Engorgement
(noun)
The state of being overly full or swollen, especially with blood.
Origin:
From old french engorgement, from en- (in) + gorge (throat).
Examples:
- The engorgement of the veins in the legs can cause discomfort and lead to varicose veins.
- The engorgement of the tissue in the breast can be painful for nursing mothers.
- The engorgement of the rivers during the monsoon season caused widespread flooding.
- The engorgement of the liver with fatty deposits can lead to liver disease.
- The engorgement of the brain with blood can cause a headache.