gibbosity

noun

Definition of gibbositynext
as in swelling

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  1. swelling
  2. dilatation
  3. dome
  4. bump
  5. snag
  6. knob
  7. hump
  8. puff
Noun
  • One of the common culprits behind puffiness (as distinct from facial swelling, which can be indicative of more serious issues), is dehydration or water retention, which explains why an evening of alcohol can impact how your face looks the next morning.
    Hannah Coates, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025
  • There were no broken bones, either, so aside from a few scratch marks and swelling of his upper lip, Self survived the incident without stitches.
    Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of swelling
Noun
  • These cells cause vascular dilatation, resulting in crimson skin tone that is associated with niacin usage.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Oct. 2022
  • That dilatation then triggers a primitive gut pain signal that’s perceived around the bellybutton.
    Tony Dajer, Discover Magazine, 11 Feb. 2020
Definition of dilatation
Noun
  • Notre Dame and its renowned symbols — the golden helmets to match the dome atop the Main Building on campus, the Touchdown Jesus mural overlooking the football stadium — are recognizable worldwide.
    Ralph D. Russo, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Tropicana’s dome has always shielded the Rays from Florida’s high heat and relentless rain, the latter of which could wreak havoc on an MLB schedule that’s already undergone changes to accommodate the team’s relocation.
    Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of dome
Noun
  • The new-coach bump was real, and the Anders Sorensen vibe was No. 1 on our inaugural Blackhawks power rankings.
    Scott Powers, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Since role players tend to be the ones shooting off the catch, and stars are more likely to shoot off the dribble, this year’s 3-point bump has been seen most acutely in stars.
    Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of bump
Noun
  • Lamar Jackson led a furious final push down the field, capped with Isaiah Likely’s spectacular would-be game-tying touchdown snag.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
  • When tested with Velcro and sharp jewelry, snags and holes were immediate and very noticeable.
    L.A. Hubilla, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of snag
Noun
  • This metal lock has claws that grip onto the strike plate of a door, locking the knob in place once the door is closed.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Are automakers welcoming back physical knobs and switches?
    Morgan Korn, ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of knob
Noun
  • He’s gotten over the major-winning hump and quickly joined a growing list of top active players with two majors (Scheffler, Jon Rahm, Collin Morikawa, Bryson DeChambeau, Justin Thomas and Dustin Johnson).
    Hugh Kellenberger and Gabby Herzig, The Athletic, 24 July 2024
  • Kloss understands that speed humps are meant to slow cars down.
    Eva Wen, Journal Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of hump
Noun
  • Expect riffs on local classics like swordfish curry puffs, trout-roe egg tarts, and lobster noodles made partially from fish bones.
    Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Dec. 2024
  • In the kitchen, one found ham, an array of cheeses, savory puffs, crackers and other delectables.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of puff
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