bruises

[US]/bruːzɪz/
[UK]/brūˈiːzɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.plural noun referring to marks caused by injury, often appearing as discoloration of the skin
v.third-person singular present tense form of "to bruise," meaning to injure or damage

Phrases & Collocations

showing bruises

bruises heal

cover bruises

bruises fade

bruises appear

bruises hurt

bruises form

bruises on skin

bruises and cuts

treat bruises

Example Sentences

she has bruises all over her arms from the fall.

he noticed the bruises on her legs after the game.

the doctor examined the bruises to check for fractures.

ice can help reduce the swelling of bruises.

she covered her bruises with makeup before the party.

he often gets bruises from playing rough sports.

after the accident, he had multiple bruises on his body.

she was worried about the bruises showing on her skin.

he applied a cream to help heal the bruises faster.

the coach advised the players to be careful to avoid bruises.

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