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contusion

[kənˈtjuːʒən]

contusion Definition

a region of injured tissue or skin in which blood capillaries have been ruptured; a bruise.

Using contusion: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "contusion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He suffered a contusion on his forehead after the accident.

  • Example

    The doctor diagnosed her with a severe contusion on her arm.

  • Example

    The athlete had to withdraw from the game due to a contusion on his leg.

contusion Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for contusion

Phrases with contusion

  • a type of traumatic brain injury that occurs when the brain is jolted against the skull, causing bruising and swelling

    Example

    The patient was hospitalized with a brain contusion after a car accident.

  • a condition in which there is bleeding and bruising in the lung tissue, usually caused by chest trauma

    Example

    The patient was diagnosed with a lung contusion after a fall from a height.

  • an injury to the spinal cord that results in bruising and swelling, often leading to temporary or permanent paralysis

    Example

    The athlete suffered a spinal cord contusion during a football game.

Origins of contusion

from Latin 'contusio', meaning 'a bruising'

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Summary: contusion in Brief

A 'contusion' [kənˈtjuːʒən] is an area of damaged tissue or skin where small blood vessels have ruptured, resulting in a bruise. It can be caused by physical trauma and is often diagnosed by a doctor. Examples include 'brain contusion,' 'lung contusion,' and 'spinal cord contusion.' Synonyms include 'injury' and 'trauma,' while informally it can be referred to as a 'black-and-blue mark' or a 'bump.'