Definitions

1. verb

to swell or become swollen, especially as a result of inflammation

“The bruise began to intumulate, turning purple and blue.”

2. verb

to cause something to swell or become swollen

“The doctor told the patient to elevate the affected limb to prevent it from intumulating further.”

3. noun

the act of swelling or becoming swollen

“The patient’s condition was a result of severe intumulation in the affected area.”