Bruise
/brˈuz/
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Definition
(verb) To strike (a person), originally with something flat or heavy, but now specifically in such a way as to discolour the skin without breaking it; to contuse.
Sentence Examples
My whole body was one big bruise after the rugby game.
I have a bruise.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He had a large purple ____ on his leg after falling off his bike today.