haemorrhage
2 synonyms for haemorrhage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — British spelling of hemorrhage: heavy or uncontrolled bleeding, especially internal bleeding.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Frequently asked questions
What does “haemorrhage” mean?
The word “haemorrhage” means british spelling of hemorrhage: heavy or uncontrolled bleeding, especially internal bleeding. In plain terms, severe bleeding — or, figuratively, a rapid, damaging loss of something like money or support.
How do you pronounce “haemorrhage”?
“Haemorrhage” is pronounced HEH-muh-rihj (/ˈhɛməɹɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “haemorrhage” in a sentence?
Here is “haemorrhage” used in a sentence: “She was rushed to hospital after suffering a brain haemorrhage.”
What part of speech is “haemorrhage”?
Depending on how it is used, “haemorrhage” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “haemorrhage” have?
“Haemorrhage” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: british spelling of hemorrhage: heavy or uncontrolled bleeding, especially internal bleeding.
