swollen

Everyday

1. Swollen means bigger than normal, often because of an injury, sting or illness. tree →
2. A swollen river has more water than usual after rain. tree →

In the lessons

In first aid a swollen ankle may mean a sprain; ice and rest help, and an adult should check it. In geography heavy rain makes swollen rivers that can flood. Phrases: «a swollen ankle», «swollen glands», «a swollen river».

Examples

• My ankle was swollen after I twisted it. tree →
• The bee sting made his hand swollen. tree →
• The river was swollen after the storm. tree →
• Her eyes were swollen from crying. tree →
• When you have a cold, your glands can be swollen. tree →
• Put ice on the swollen knee. tree →
• Stay away from swollen rivers; they are fast and dangerous. tree →
• In short, the swollen river had already done a great deal of mischief. tree →

Note

Irregular: swell – swelled – swollen (or swelled). Pronounced SWOH-lun. Noun: swelling. Safety: swelling of the face, lips or throat after a sting or food can be an allergic reaction — get adult help at once.