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bleeder

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Noun — Someone who bleeds heavily or easily, especially a person with a blood-clotting disorder.

Synonyms

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hemophile haemophile hemophiliac haemophiliac

How to use bleeder

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bleeder valve bad bleeder

Etymology

From "bleed" plus the agent suffix "-er."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bleeder” mean?

The word “bleeder” means someone who bleeds heavily or easily, especially a person with a blood-clotting disorder. In plain terms, a person who bleeds a lot, or a valve/screw used to release trapped air or pressure.

How do you pronounce “bleeder”?

“Bleeder” is pronounced BLEE-duh (/ˈblidɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “bleeder” in a sentence?

Here is “bleeder” used in a sentence: “As a haemophiliac, he's always been a bad bleeder.”

What part of speech is “bleeder”?

“Bleeder” is a noun.

How many meanings does “bleeder” have?

“Bleeder” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who bleeds heavily or easily, especially a person with a blood-clotting disorder.

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