bleeding
word · lemma: bleed
Definition
Bleeding is the loss of blood from the body, usually because of a cut, injury, or medical problem. It can be minor, or it can be serious and need immediate treatment.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly used as a noun in medical or emergency contexts: 'internal bleeding', 'heavy bleeding', 'stop the bleeding'. As an adjective in British informal English, 'bleeding' can add emphasis ('that bleeding noise'), but that use is rude and unrelated to blood.
Example Sentences
The cut is bleeding a lot.
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She had some bleeding after the accident.
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Put pressure on it to stop the bleeding.
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If the bleeding doesn't stop, we should go to the ER.
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The doctor said the bleeding was minor, so I didn't need stitches.
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He looked pale, and they were worried about internal bleeding.
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