1. plural of bleeding; instances or episodes of blood flowing from a wound or blood vessel
Usage: medical context
2. plural of bleeding; the removal of air or fluid from a system (such as brakes or a radiator)
Usage: technical context
3. plural of bleeding; the seeping of color or ink beyond intended boundaries
Usage: printing and design context

Examples

• The patient experienced multiple bleedings after the surgery.
• The mechanic performed bleedings on the brake system to remove air bubbles.
• Bleedings in the watercolor painting created an unintended soft effect.
• Frequent nosebleeds and other bleedings can indicate a clotting disorder.
• The printer adjusted settings to prevent bleedings of ink on the paper.
• Internal bleedings require immediate medical attention.