Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swell-up
phrasal verb
/swɛl ʌp/
Definition
To become larger or puffed up, often due to an accumulation of fluid or gas.
Examples
- After the injury, his ankle started to swell up.
- If you eat too quickly, your stomach may swell up.
- She noticed her lips began to swell up after the allergic reaction.
Meaning
Swell-up refers to a physical change where an object or body part increases in size, often indicating an underlying condition or reaction.
Synonyms
- inflate
- bulge
- expand
- rise
- enlarge
