Meaning Of Bloat

v. t.

To make turgid, as with water or air; to cause a swelling of the surface of, from effusion of serum in the cellular tissue, producing a morbid enlargement, often accompanied with softness.

v. t.

To inflate; to puff up; to make vain.

v. i.

To grow turgid as by effusion of liquid in the cellular tissue; to puff out; to swell.

a.

Bloated.

n.

A term of contempt for a worthless, dissipated fellow.

v. t.

To dry (herrings) in smoke. See Blote.