How to Pronounce "engorged"
word
ɪnˈɡɔrdʒd
in-GORJD
ɛnɡˈɔːdʒd
eng-AWJD
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.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪnˈɡɔrdʒd
British English
ɛnɡˈɔːdʒd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-GORJD
UK
eng-AWJD
Listen in Context
The river was engorged after heavy rain.
His face looked engorged from the allergic reaction.
The tick was engorged with blood.
After the bite, her ankle became red and engorged within minutes.