gibbosity

noun

Definition of gibbositynext
as in swelling

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gibbosity
  1. swelling
  2. dilatation
  3. dome
  4. bump
  5. snag
  6. knob
  7. hump
  8. puff
Noun
  • The swelling in the area never subsided, prompting surgery to clean up bone spurs that had traveled dangerously close to his Achilles tendon.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2025
  • See a healthcare provider if lymph node swelling persists, is painful, or occurs with symptoms like fever or unexplained weight loss.
    — Lindsay Curtis, Health, 1 Apr. 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
  • Central to the exhibit is a geodesic dome inspired by the work of futurist architect Buckminster Fuller.
    — CHRISTINA MAYO, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
  • That June, the Oilers had begun discussions with Houston Mayor Bob Lanier about a new downtown dome that would also house the NBA’s Rockets and a potential NHL franchise.
    — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of dome
Noun
  • The righty missed all of last season with an elbow injury, but he's looked dominant since returning to the bump this spring.
    — Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
  • The automaker’s shares have plunged nearly 50% since December, wiping out its post-election Trump bump.
    — Pat Maio, Oc Register, 31 Mar. 2025
Definition of bump
Noun
  • At varying points, Ukraine adopted parts of NATO warfighting strategy, only to run into snags or revert to the more familiar, Soviet-style tactics.
    — Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Yes, and: The budget, property tax relief and health care costs — all priority issues heading into session — are hitting snags that likely won't get worked out this week.
    — Arika Herron, Axios, 24 Mar. 2025
Definition of snag
Noun
  • Breccia Capraia marble tops the lounge bar, fitted with a custom brass edge, a Perrin & Row faucet, and Foro by Waterworks knobs and pull.
    — Andrew Sessa, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Yet the goals are simple: one, to locate the greatest mass of the barrel at a spot where the analytics suggest the most frequent contact is made by the hitter; and two, to support faster swings by moving weight distribution toward the bat knob.
    — Michael Peregrine, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Definition of knob
Noun
  • The program is mostly focused on installing speed bumps, tables or humps.
    — Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
  • With two foot-long horns protruding from either side of their heads, a large hump resting on their shoulders and folds of loose skin drooping from their neck, these aren’t your typical black-and-white milk carton dairy cows.
    — Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of hump
Noun
  • Cacio e pepe cheesy puffs and a foie gras and truffle tart could be an over-the-top bar snack or the start of a transporting dinner.
    — Andy Wang, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • This floral dress features a charming corset design and off-the-shoulder puff sleeves, which pair well with dainty jewelry.
    — Michelle Rostamian, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Definition of puff
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“Gibbosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gibbosity. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.

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