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black eye

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: black eye

1
 n
a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye
2
 n
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
3
 n
a bad reputation
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: black eye
1

n a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye

Synonyms:
mouse, shiner
Type of:
bruise, contusion
an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration
2

n an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating

Synonyms:
blow, reversal, reverse, setback
Types:
whammy
a serious or devastating setback
Type of:
happening, natural event, occurrence, occurrent
an event that happens
3

n a bad reputation

“his behavior gave the whole family a black eye”
Type of:
reputation, repute
the state of being held in high esteem and honor
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