BRUISE
/bɹuːz/ ► audio Scrabble 8 Words With Friends 10
Definition
- noun an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration.
— synonyms: contusion
- verb injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of.
— synonyms: contuse
- verb hurt the feelings of.
— synonyms: hurt, wound, injure, offend, spite
- verb break up into small pieces for food preparation.
- verb damage (plant tissue) by abrasion or pressure.
Examples
- “Bananas bruise easily.”
- “I bruise easily.”
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