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Definition swelling in British English

swelling noun

noun
/ˈswelɪŋ/
1

an area of your body that has increased in size as a result of an injury or an illness

Example

A large swelling had come up on my ankle.

Synonyms and related words
abrasion abscess athlete’s foot
1.1

the increase in size of an area of your body caused by an injury or an illness

Example

An ice pack should help reduce swelling.

Synonyms and related words
aetiology complication crisis
Definition swelling in British English