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whelm

UK/'hwelm/US
GREC2

Definitions

v.

To engulf, submerge, or overwhelm completely.

淹没,覆盖,压倒

Root Breakdown

Native English
whelmother
=whelm

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The giant wave whelmed the small boat, throwing the crew into the water.

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