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Rareblack and blue
The correct spelling is black and blue.
How to pronounce black and blue
adjective
Say it like: Bla-k a-nd -blue
The correct spelling is black and blue. (of a person) Having obvious bruises of the skin, typically from falling or being hit or punched. For example: "My arm is still black and blue from slipping on the ice yesterday."
Usage Examples
“My arm is still black and blue from slipping on the ice yesterday.”
Definition
adjective
- 1.(of a person) Having obvious bruises of the skin, typically from falling or being hit or punched.
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