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Definition swell in British English

swell noun

noun
/swel/
1

the movement of the waves in the sea

Example

a heavy swell (=large rough waves)

Synonyms and related words
backwash billow breaker
2

an increase in something such as a sound or a feeling

Example

a swell of protest/support

Synonyms and related words
uptick increase growth
3

the round shape of something

Example

the swell of her belly

Synonyms and related words
ball balloon band
Definition swell in British English