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swelling
noun
: an area on someone's body that is larger than normal because of an illness or injury
: the condition of being larger than normal
Full Definition of SWELLING
1
: something that is swollen; specifically : an abnormal bodily protuberance or localized enlargement
2
: the condition of being swollen
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First Known Use of SWELLING
before 12th century
SWELLING Defined for Kids
swelling
noun swell·ing \ˈswe-liŋ\
Definition of SWELLING for Kids
: a swollen lump or part
Medical Dictionary
swelling
noun swell·ing \ˈswel-iŋ-\
Medical Definition of SWELLING
: an abnormal bodily protuberance or localized enlargement <an inflammatory swelling>
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