Bloodshed Meaning
/ˈblʌdˌʃɛd/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe shedding or spilling of blood.
nounA slaughter; destruction of life, notably on a large scale.
Sentence Examples
The police wanted to avoid bloodshed.
I just don't want there to be any bloodshed.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The peace treaty aimed to prevent any further ____ between the warring nations.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Both of the leaders wanted to end the war without further ____ tonight.
Word Origin & History
From attested early forms of such phrases as "there was much blood shed"; equivalent to blood + shed, past participle of shed.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The peace treaty aimed to prevent any further ____ between the warring nations.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Both of the leaders wanted to end the war without further ____ tonight.