1. plural of bruising; instances or marks of bruising; injuries characterized by discoloration and swelling of the skin without breaking it
Usage: typically used in medical or injury contexts
2. plural of bruising; harsh or damaging treatment or criticism
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The boxer had several bruisings on his face after the match.
• She examined the bruisings on her arms following the fall.
• The team suffered bruisings in the media after their poor performance.
• The accident left him with minor bruisings and no broken bones.
• His reputation took bruisings from the scandal.
• The doctor documented the bruisings as evidence of the injury.