Meaning Of The Word Swollen

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swollen
Swollen is the past participle of swell.
adjective: A swollen river has more water in it and flows faster than normal, usually because of heavy rain.
adjective: If a part of your body is swollen, it is larger and rounder than normal, usually as a result of injury or illness.

swollen in American English
increased in volume or size, as from inner pressure; blown up; distended; bulging
swell
verb

swollen in British English
verb

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