Meaning of the word whelm in English
What does whelm mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
whelm
US /welm/
UK /welm/
Verb
1.
to engulf, submerge, or cover completely, especially with water or a similar fluid
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The waves threatened to whelm the small boat.
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A sudden flood could whelm the entire village.
2.
to overcome or overpower with a great mass or quantity of something
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She felt a wave of emotion whelm over her.
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The sheer volume of work threatened to whelm the new employee.