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contusion

/kɒnˈtjuːʒən/ noun · British & US
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What does contusion mean?

noun

A bruise caused by blood leaking from damaged blood vessels into the surrounding tissue, or a blow or shock that causes such a bruise.

Example

"The football player suffered a severe contusion to his knee after a tackle."

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