2syllables
bruisers
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Definitions ofbruisers
1noun
- In contact sports, an athlete whose size, strength, and/or aggressiveness make it likely that he will cause athletes on the opposing team to suffer physical punishment.
- (by extension) a tall, strong, heavily built man, especially one prone to physical violence; a thug.
Example: "His "assistant" was a big bruiser named Pete, who, with his enormous shoulders and menacing scowl, was clearly present for the intimidation factor."
- A machine for bruising oats.
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