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swelling

nounmasculineregionalrare/ĩˈʃasu/in·cha·ço

Definition

1

An abnormal enlargement of a part of the body, typically due to injury or inflammation.

Usage examples

The swelling on his knee was painful.
Apply ice to reduce the swelling.

Common combinations

reduce swellingpainful swellinglocalized swellingcause swelling