swell up
Third Person
swells up
Present Participle
swelling up
Past Tense
swelled up
Past Participle
swollen up
1
to get bigger abnormally, often due to inflammation or fluid accumulation
- An infection in the gums can make them swell up and become painful.
- The dough needs time to swell up before baking to achieve the perfect texture.
- Allergic reactions can make the face swell up, making it important to seek medical attention.
- His ankle swelled up after he twisted it during the basketball game.
- After getting stung by a bee, my hand swelled up within minutes.