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bruiser

The correct spelling is bruiser.

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noun

Say it like: Brui-ser

The correct spelling is bruiser. In contact sports, an athlete whose size, strength, and/or aggressiveness make it likely that he will cause athletes on the opposing team to suffer physical punishment. For example: "His "assistant" was a big bruiser named Pete, who, with his enormous shoulders and menacing scowl, was clearly present for the intimidation factor."

Usage Examples

His "assistant" was a big bruiser named Pete, who, with his enormous shoulders and menacing scowl, was clearly present for the intimidation factor.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.In contact sports, an athlete whose size, strength, and/or aggressiveness make it likely that he will cause athletes on the opposing team to suffer physical punishment.
  2. 2.(by extension) a tall, strong, heavily built man, especially one prone to physical violence; a thug.
  3. 3.A machine for bruising oats.

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