Bruise Definition & Meaning
bruise
- noun
- an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration
- verb
- injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of; "I bruised my knee"
- hurt the feelings of; "She hurt me when she did not include me among her guests"; "This remark really bruised my ego"
- break up into small pieces for food preparation; "bruise the berries with a wooden spoon and strain them"
- damage (plant tissue) by abrasion or pressure; "The customer bruised the strawberries by squeezing them"
"Bruise" in song lyrics
See how bruise is used in real songs:
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"I'm down to catch a bump and a bruise"
Milk (Audio Two) f/ Ad Rock (Beastie Boys) — Spam -
"I'm finna send my hollow tips, trying to bruise"
Big Tuck f/ Chamillionaire — Wuz Up Wuz Up -
"With trust ya lose, anything I touch I bruise"
The Demigodz — The Godz Must Be Crazy
Words that rhyme with bruise
Usage tips for "bruise"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bruise" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bruise to find words that pair well.