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Rarebruising
The correct spelling is bruising.
How to pronounce bruising
/ˈbɹuːzɪŋ/
verbIPA: /ˈbɹuːzɪŋ/
Say it like: Brui-sin-g
The correct spelling is bruising. 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. For example: "Bananas bruise easily."
Usage Examples
“Bananas bruise easily.”
“I bruise easily.”
“You'd better shut up or you'll get a bruising.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.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.
- 2.To damage the skin of (fruit or vegetables), in an analogous way.
- 3.Of fruit or vegetables, to gain bruises through being handled roughly.
- 4.To become bruised.
- 5.To fight with the fists; to box.
noun
- 1.A violent physical attack on a person.
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