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swelling

/ˈswelɪŋ/ American
Picture: swelling
  • n. 肿块, 肿胀处
  • adj. 肿大的, 肿胀的
Definition
  • n. an area of the body that becomes larger than normal
  • adj. larger or more swollen than normal
Example
Ice helped reduce the swelling around her twisted ankle quickly.
冰敷帮助她扭伤的脚踝很快消了肿。