bulging

UK: ˈbʌldʒɪŋ | US: ˈbʌldʒɪŋ

Definition

  1. adj. swelling outward; protruding

  2. v. present participle of "bulge" (to swell or stick out)

Structure
bulge <swell>ing <present participle suffix>
Etymology

The word "bulge" originates from the Old French boulge (a leather bag), derived from Latin bulga (a bag or knapsack). Over time, it evolved to describe the outward swelling of such bags, eventually generalizing to any protrusion. The suffix "-ing" forms the present participle, indicating an ongoing action or state.

Examples

  1. The bulging suitcase barely fit in the overhead compartment.

  2. His bulging muscles were the result of years of training.

  3. The riverbanks were bulging after the heavy rains.

  4. She noticed a bulging vein on his forehead when he was angry.

  5. The bulging folder contained all the important documents.