intumescence
1.
(
noun
) the swelling of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water)
Synonyms:
intumescency
,
swelling
Related Words:
chemical action
,
chemical change
,
chemical process
2.
(
noun
) swelling up with blood or other fluids (as with congestion)
Synonyms:
intumescency
Related Words:
haematoma
,
hematoma
,
lump
,
puffiness
,
swelling
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