Meaning of INTUMESCENCY

WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  the swelling of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water) [n]  swelling up with blood or other fluids (as with congestion)
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	Synonyms:		intumescence, intumescence, swelling
	See Also:		chemical action, chemical change, chemical process, haematoma, hematoma, lump, puffiness, swelling