bruise
//bruːz//
Noun
bruiseSingular
bruisesPlural
1
A discolored area on the skin caused by injury, where blood has leaked from damaged blood vessels under the surface.
She had a bruise on her arm after bumping into the table.
2
A similar mark on a fruit or vegetable caused by impact or pressure.
Check the apples for bruises before buying them.
Verb
bruiseInfinitive
bruisePresent tense
bruisedPast tense
bruisedPast participle
bruisingPresent participle
bruisesThird-person singular
1
To cause a bruise on the skin or body by hitting or pressing.
I bruised my knee when I fell off my bike.
2
To damage fruit or vegetables by impact, causing discoloration.
Be careful not to bruise the apples when you pack them.
3
To hurt someone's feelings or emotions.
His harsh words bruised her feelings.