bulge

(bŭlj)

1. A protruding part; an outward curve or swelling.
2. Nautical A bilge.
3. A sudden, usually temporary increase in number or quantity: The baby boom created a bulge in school enrollment.
4. An advantage.

1. To curve outward.
2. To swell up.
3. To stick out; protrude.
4. To be filled or overfilled: pockets bulging with coins.

Related Forms:

• bulgˈi·ness noun

• bulgˈy adjective