Bulging

Pronunciation: /ˈbʌldʒ/

Bulging (noun)

  1. A rounded part that sticks out from a surface.
  2. A sudden increase in number or amount.

Examples

  • The carpet had a bulge in the middle.
  • A bulge appeared on the surface of the balloon.

Common collocations: noticeable bulge, small bulge, bulge in demand, bulge in prices, bulge out

Bulging (verb)

  1. To stick out in a rounded shape.

Examples

  • The bag began to bulge with groceries.
  • His pockets bulged with coins.

Synonyms of Bulging

Neutral

Antonyms of Bulging

  • referring to a sunken area