Black Eye (Noun)
Meaning 1
A swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The boxer's black eye was a souvenir from the intense match the night before.
- After the accident, she had a black eye that lasted for weeks.
- He tried to cover up the black eye with makeup, but it was still noticeable.
- The football player's black eye was a result of a helmet-to-helmet collision.
- The child's black eye was a worry for her parents, who took her to the doctor to get it checked.
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Meaning 2
An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 3
A bad reputation; "his behavior gave the whole family a black eye".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.