Meaning & Definition of word "Nosebleed"

Nosebleed

/ˈnoʊzˌbliːd/

1. A hemorrhage from the nostrils, often due to a variety of causes such as dry air or injury.
- Example: After spending too much time in the dry environment, she experienced a nosebleed.
2. A common term used to describe a bleeding from the nose, which is usually not serious.
- Example: He paused the game when his son had a sudden nosebleed.
3. The most severe or extreme seat location in a theater or stadium, often the farthest from the stage or field.
- Example: We ended up with nosebleed seats at the concert, but the music was still amazing.

●The term is a compound of 'nose' and 'bleed', indicating bleeding from the nasal area.

nosebleed seats:

Seating located high up in a venue, often referring to a concert or sports event, which is far from the action.

epistaxis:

Medical term for a nosebleed.

hemorrhage:

Profuse bleeding, not limited to any particular area.

Meaning: Nosebleed seats

● Example Sentence: We sat in the nosebleed section at the concert.

Meaning: To get a nosebleed

● Example Sentence: I got a nosebleed when the temperature changed suddenly.