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Rarebruiser
The correct spelling is bruiser.
How to pronounce bruiser
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.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.(by extension) a tall, strong, heavily built man, especially one prone to physical violence; a thug.
- 3.A machine for bruising oats.
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