Bebleed

/bɪˈblid/ verb

Definition

To bleed profusely or continuously; to cause something to bleed thoroughly.

Etymology

From 'be-' (to cause thoroughly) plus 'bleed' (to lose blood). The prefix intensifies the action of bleeding.

Kelly Says

Medical and surgical texts used 'bebleed' to describe blood loss that wouldn't stop—it's an older, more visceral way to describe hemorrhaging than modern clinical language.

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