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swelling
nounmasculineregionalrare/ĩˈʃasu/in·cha·ço
Definition
1An 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.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
reduce swellingpainful swellinglocalized swellingcause swelling