1. an injury that appears as a dark mark on the skin without breaking it
2. a damaged area on a fruit or vegetable

1. to injure someone or something without breaking the skin
2. to hurt someone’s feelings or pride

Examples

• She had a large bruise on her arm from falling off her bike.
• The apple had several brown bruises on its surface.
• He bruised his knee when he hit the coffee table.
• Don’t bruise the peaches when you pack them.
• The harsh criticism bruised her confidence.
• The bruise on his forehead turned purple and yellow.
• Careful not to bruise the tomatoes while picking them.