Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
billow
verb
/ˈbɪloʊ/
Definition
To swell outward or rise in a wave-like motion.
Examples
- The smoke billowed from the chimney.
- Her dress billowed out as she walked along the beach.
- The waves billow over the rocks during high tide.
Meaning
Billow refers to something, often a fabric or smoke, that expands or moves in a rolling or swelling manner, typically caused by wind or steam.
Synonyms
- wave
- swell
- rise
- roll
