Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ballow

verb

/ˈbæl.oʊ/

Definition

To swell or become swollen, particularly in a soft or yielding manner.

Examples

The marshmallows will ballow when heated over the fire.
As the dough rose, it began to ballow and take on a fluffy texture.
The water-logged soil caused the roots to ballow, threatening the plant’s health.

Meaning

The term ‘ballow’ refers to something that is soft and swollen with moisture or substance, often used to describe the way certain materials or substances may expand or puff up when exposed to certain conditions.