Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contusion
Noun
/kənˈtjuː.ʒən/
Definition
A contusion is a type of bruise that occurs when small blood vessels are damaged, causing bleeding underneath the skin.
Examples
- After the fall, she had a contusion on her thigh that took weeks to heal.
- The athlete’s contusion kept him from participating in the game.
Meaning
It usually results from a direct blow or impact to a body part, leading to localized pain, swelling, and discoloration.
Synonyms
- bruise
- hematoma
- mark
