English · Body & Health
swelling
/ˈswɛlɪŋ/
[/ˈswɛlɪŋ/]
a part of the body that has grown larger
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A place on the body that has become larger than normal because of injury or illness. It can also be a verb form of 'swell'.
Example
Ice can help reduce the swelling.
Ice can help reduce the swelling.
Etymology
From 'swell' (Old English 'swellan') plus '-ing'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common medical noun for a raised, enlarged area on the body.