Definition: 1. An injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration. 2. To harm yourself or sb else physically, especially in an accident.
Use 'bruise' in a sentence:
1. No critical injuries, maybe some bruises and a bump on the head.
2. I know the difference between a rash and a bruise.
3. Choose a warm, dry day to cut them off the plants, being careful not to bruise them.
4. Be sure to store them carefully as they bruise easily.
5. He had a bruise just below his right eye.
6. Some people bruise more easily than others.
7. I escaped with severely bruised legs.
8. And if you find that you bruise easily, boost your intake of vitamin C to strengthen your capillaries.
9. She picked up a purple fruit to find a bruise near the stem.
10. She was treated for cuts and bruises.
11. The government will be severely bruised by yesterday's events.
