BRUISE

/bɹuːz/ ► audio Scrabble 8 Words With Friends 10

Scrabble letter values: B3R1U1I1S1E1 = 8

Definition

  1. noun an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration. — synonyms: contusion
  2. verb injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of. — synonyms: contuse
  3. verb hurt the feelings of. — synonyms: hurt, wound, injure, offend, spite
  4. verb break up into small pieces for food preparation.
  5. verb damage (plant tissue) by abrasion or pressure.

Examples

  • “I bruised my knee”
  • “She hurt me when she did not include me among her guests”
  • “This remark really bruised my ego”

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