Losing blood rapidly from a wound or internal injury, or (figuratively) losing something important in large amounts.
From Greek 'haima' (blood) plus 'rhegnynai' (to burst forth). Literally means 'blood bursting out.' Used metaphorically to describe any rapid loss of something important.
Hemorrhaging is one of the leading causes of preventable deaths in trauma, which is why emergency rooms have specific protocols for it—but tourniquets, once thought dangerous, are now known to save lives!
Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.