bruise · noun C /bruːz/
bruise
B2 a dark area on your skin where you have been hurt
Dictionary examples:
His arms and back were covered in bruises.
She had a few cuts and bruises but nothing serious.
Learner example:
I entered the room and saw him, covered in bruises, but I couldn't see his face because he was sleeping turned to the other side. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Portuguese)
