bloodshed

//ˈblʌd.ʃɛd//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
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Noun

bloodshedSingular
1

The killing or wounding of people, typically on a large scale during a conflict or war.

The peace treaty was signed to prevent further bloodshed.

2

Violence resulting in the spilling of blood.

The peace treaty was signed to prevent further bloodshed.