bulge
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B2
/bʌldʒ/
swelling or protrusion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bulge' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bulgen,' where 'bulge' meant 'to swell.'
Historical Evolution
'bulgen' transformed into the modern English word 'bulge' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to swell or protrude,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rounded swelling or protuberance that distorts a flat surface.
The bulge in the carpet was caused by a loose floorboard.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39