swelling
n. C / Un. a part of your body that has become larger than normal, usually because of an injury or illness. It often feels tight or painful.
n. an abnormal enlargement of a body part or area, typically caused by the accumulation of fluid in tissues. Often used in medical or physiological contexts to describe inflammation.
The swelling in my ankle went down after I used ice.
The doctor examined the swelling on the patient's knee to determine if the joint was infected.
While minor swelling is a common response to physical trauma, persistent inflammation in the extremities may indicate a more serious underlying circulatory issue that requires professional intervention.
Uncountable when referring to the general process of becoming larger; countable when referring to a specific enlarged area.