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bruise

noun/verb

/bruːz/

Meaning

As a noun: an injury appearing as a purple or blue mark on the skin; As a verb: to injure without breaking the skin

He got a bruise on his arm after falling.

black and blue

contusion, mark, wound, injury, hurt

heal, mend

serious bruise, minor bruise, bruise easily

Strength, energy, or power; to make someone do something against their will.

a delicate fabric made of threads; or to fasten or tie with a lace

something or someone used to lure or mislead

A large group of insects or people moving together.

a person or thing that is likely to cause harm; to threaten in a hostile manner

A writing instrument using ink; also, to write something.