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bruiser

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Noun — A big, physically tough person, especially one prone to rough treatment of others.

Etymology

Formed from "bruise" plus "-er" — literally "one who bruises (others)".

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What does “bruiser” mean?

The word “bruiser” means a big, physically tough person, especially one prone to rough treatment of others. In plain terms, a large, strong, tough-looking person, often used for a bouncer, fighter, or rough athlete.

How do you use “bruiser” in a sentence?

Here is “bruiser” used in a sentence: “A couple of bruisers stood by the door checking IDs.”

What part of speech is “bruiser”?

“Bruiser” is a noun.

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