Pronunciation

/bloʊd/

Definitions

Noun

• 1. The fluid that circulates in the body, containing red and white blood cells, platelets, and plasma, and serving to transport oxygen, nutrients, waste products, and clotting factors.
  • Example: “The doctor took her blood pressure to check for any abnormalities.”
  • Phrase: “A drop of his own blood was crucial to the transfusion.”
  • Synonyms: arterial fluid, corpuscles, hematopoietic tissue

2. (colloquial) A person’s emotions or feelings, especially when intense.

• Example: “Her anger boiled over with frustration.”
• Phrase: “He felt a surge of adrenaline and blood when he won the race.”

Verb

• 1. To cause or receive the flow of blood from a wound or injury.
  • Example: “The nurse skillfully stopped the bleeding from the cut.”
  • Synonym: bleed

2. (figurative) To supply or nourish with energy or vitality.

• Example: “The music pumps new life into his creative process.”
• Phrase: “The project has really blooded her career.”

Phrases

• “Draw blood” means to ask a tough question or challenge someone.
• “Get your blood up” encourages excitement or enthusiasm.
• “On the blood” refers to a strong emotional attachment or loyalty.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The doctor instructed her to avoid activities that might thin her blood.”
• Verb: “The athlete’s training routine helped him build up his endurance and blood.”
• Interjection: “Oh no, my finger is bleeding!”

Synonyms

• Plasma
• Red cells
• White cells
• Hemoglobin
• Vitality
• Emotion
• Ardor
• Passion
• Energy