bulging

Meanings

• Adjective

  Refers to something that is swelling or protruding outwards.

  - "The balloon was bulging with air."
  - "The man's eyes bulged with fear."
  - "The belly of the pregnant woman was bulging."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with bulging
jingling , mingling , clinging , ringing , kingling , thingling , flinging , bling-bling , singling

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Variants

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bulging , bulge , bulged , bulges

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Etymology

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The word 'bulging' comes from the Old English word 'bulgan', which means 'to swell' or 'to bubble'.

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Trivia

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1. The largest watermelon on record weighed over 260 pounds and had a circumference of over 8 feet.

2. The human stomach can hold up to 3 pints of food and 3 quarts of water.

3. The word 'bulging' is sometimes used to describe the appearance of certain types of muscles, such as the biceps or the abs.

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Related Concepts

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1. Swelling: Swelling is a medical term that refers to an increase in size or volume of a body part or organ. It can be caused by various conditions, including infection, injury, or disease.

2. Protrusion: Protrusion is the act of projecting or extending something outwards. It can refer to physical objects or body parts, as well as abstract concepts or ideas.

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Culture

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In literature, 'bulging' has been used to describe characters with fear or shock, as well as objects or situations that are under pressure or about to burst. In art, it can be used to convey a sense of tension or energy.

How to Memorize "bulging"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize 'bulging', imagine a balloon that is filled with air and starting to expand. Notice how the surface of the balloon becomes taut and begins to bulge outwards. Try to focus on the details of the bulge, such as the way it distorts the shape of the balloon and the way it feels to the touch.

2. associate
   

   - To associate 'bulging', think about the feeling of a full stomach or the sight of a ripe tomato. Try to connect the word with sensations or images that convey the idea of something swelling or expanding.

3. mnemonics
   

   - A mnemonic for 'bulging' could be 'Balloon Undergoing Large Increase in Girth'. Repeat this phrase to help remember the definition of the word.

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