engorgement

Meanings

• noun

  The state of being abnormally full, especially with fluid; swelling.

• noun

  An abnormal increase in the size of an organ or body part, typically due to the accumulation of blood or other fluid.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with engorgement
enlargement , engagement , arrangement , rearrangement

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Variants

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engorge , engorged , engorgement , engorgements , engorges , engorging

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Etymology

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From the Old French word engorgier, meaning 'to swallow up' or 'to choke'.

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Trivia

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1. Engorgement is a common condition in newborns, particularly during breastfeeding. It is important for new mothers to ensure that their babies are properly latched on to prevent engorgement and associated discomfort.

2. Engorgement can also occur in other contexts, such as during menstruation or after surgery. In these cases, it can be treated with medications or other therapies.

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Related Concepts

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1. edema: A medical condition characterized by excessive fluid accumulation in interstitial tissue, resulting in swelling.

2. hemorrhage: The escape of blood from the vessels, often leading to engorgement of tissues.

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Culture

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Engorgement is a common condition, particularly in newborns during breastfeeding. It can also occur in other contexts, such as during menstruation or after surgery.

How to Memorize "engorgement"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a balloon that has been filled with too much air, causing it to become round and firm. This is what engorgement looks like.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word engorgement with the feeling of being full or bloated.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'engorgement' as 'engage' and 'ment' - engage your memory to remember the meaning.

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