noun
bloodbath
BLUHD-bahth
Bloodbath (noun) means a massacre or scene of extreme violence and killing. Example: “The battle turned into a bloodbath within minutes.”
noun
1
A massacre or scene of extreme violence and killing.
"The battle turned into a bloodbath within minutes."
2
(informal) A situation involving heavy losses, such as in a game, election, or financial market.
"The stock market suffered a bloodbath after the announcement."
"It was a bloodbath for the home team, who lost 8-0."
How to use bloodbath
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishExtreme violence, or a figurative wipeout in competition or finance.
Common pairings
a financial bloodbath
turn into a bloodbath
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Word forms
- Plural
- bloodbaths
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Etymology
From "blood" plus "bath," originally suggesting a scene drenched in blood.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “bloodbath” mean?
The word “bloodbath” means a massacre or scene of extreme violence and killing. In plain terms, extreme violence, or a figurative wipeout in competition or finance.
How do you pronounce “bloodbath”?
“Bloodbath” is pronounced BLUHD-bahth (/ˈblʌdˌbæθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bloodbath” in a sentence?
Here is “bloodbath” used in a sentence: “The battle turned into a bloodbath within minutes.”
What part of speech is “bloodbath”?
“Bloodbath” is a noun.
How many meanings does “bloodbath” have?
“Bloodbath” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a massacre or scene of extreme violence and killing.
