Meaning & Definition of word "Bruise"

Bruise

/bruːz/

1. An injury that causes discoloration due to blood vessels breaking beneath the skin.
- Example: He had a large bruise on his leg from playing soccer.
2. A mark, spot, or blemish caused by such an injury.
- Example: There was a bruise on the apple that made it look unappetizing.

1. To injure (a part of the body) without breaking the skin, resulting in a discoloration.
- Example: She bruised her arm when she accidentally bumped into the door.
2. To damage or injure something in a way that affects its appearance or quality.
- Example: The fruit was bruised during transportation and could not be sold.

Middle English 'bruisen' means to crush or break, from Old French 'bruiser'.

to bruise someone’s ego:

to hurt someone's self-esteem or confidence.

bruised pride:

a feeling of humiliation or embarrassment.

bruised feelings:

emotional hurt resulting from someone's actions or words.

contusion:

A type of bruise where blood vessels are ruptured.

hematoma:

A localized swelling filled with blood outside of blood vessels.

injury:

Physical harm or damage to a person.

Meaning: Keeping it on the down-low

Example Sentence: I got a bruise from last night's game, but I’m keeping it on the down-low.

Meaning: A love bite or hickey

Example Sentence: She showed off the bruise on her neck, saying it was just a 'love mark'.