Definition of Upwelling
Upwelling
up·well·ing
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the process of something rising to the surface and flowing out, either literally as of seawater or magma, or figuratively as of emotions;
e.g. There was an upwelling of the waters in this part of the ocean. He was faced by an upwelling of grief.
(adjective)
figuratively building up and becoming stronger, especially describing an emotion;
e.g. As she listened, she struggled to contain the upwelling rage she felt.
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