Engorged Meaning in English
word · lemma: engorge
Definition
Swollen or filled with too much liquid, blood, or another substance. Often used to describe body parts or objects that have become overly full.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or medical usage, often for describing veins, organs, or tissues that are swollen due to excess fluid or blood. Common in medical, biological, or descriptive writing. Do not confuse with 'enlarged'—'engorged' emphasizes being overfilled or swollen.
Example Sentences
The river was engorged after heavy rain.
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His face looked engorged from the allergic reaction.
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The tick was engorged with blood.
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After the bite, her ankle became red and engorged within minutes.
natural
The plant’s stem looked engorged, probably from all the water last week.
natural
His veins were visibly engorged after intense exercise.
natural