American English pronunciation
How to pronounce contusion
IPA transcription: [kən'tuʒən]
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Noun
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an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration
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the action of bruising
“the bruise resulted from a contusion”
Usage examples
- Contusions are likely to heal on their own without medical intervention.
- He suffered contusions in his left foot, and left on crutches.