swelling

US /ˈswel.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈswel.ɪŋ/
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1.

gonflement, tuméfaction

a localized abnormal enlargement or protrusion on the body as a result of disease or injury

:
The doctor examined the swelling on her ankle.
Le médecin a examiné la gonflement sur sa cheville.
Apply ice to reduce the swelling.
Appliquez de la glace pour réduire le gonflement.
2.

gonflement, augmentation

the action of increasing in size, amount, or degree

:
The rapid swelling of the river caused concern.
Le gonflement rapide de la rivière a suscité des inquiétudes.
We observed a gradual swelling of the population.
Nous avons observé un gonflement progressif de la population.