Bleeding Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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bleeding

[หˆbliหdษชล‹ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

medical

The escape of blood from a ruptured blood vessel.

Synonyms

blood loss, hemorrhage.

Examples of usage

  • The bleeding was severe and required immediate medical attention.
  • Pressure should be applied to the wound to stop the bleeding.
Context #2 | Verb

medical

To lose blood from the body as a result of injury or illness.

Synonyms

flow blood, hemorrhage.

Examples of usage

  • The patient is still bleeding despite efforts to stop it.
  • The wound continued to bleed even after applying pressure.

Translations

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Origin of 'bleeding'

The word 'bleeding' originated from the Old English word 'blฤ“dan', which meant 'to emit blood'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the concept of losing blood from the body due to injury or illness. The use of 'bleeding' in a medical context became more common in the 20th century as advancements in healthcare led to a better understanding and treatment of bleeding disorders.


See also: bleed.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,376 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.