Meaning of bloody in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Adverb
    1. Definitions
  4. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈblədi/

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  1. Verb

    bloody

    Definitions

    1. cover with blood

    Examples

    • « bloody your hands »

  2. Adverb

    bloody

    Definitions

    1. extremely

    Examples

    • « you are bloody right »
    • « Why are you so all-fired aggressive? »

  3. Qualitative Adjective

    bloody

    Etymology

    Old English blōdig(see blood, -y)

    Definitions

    1. having or covered with or accompanied by blood

    Examples

    • « a bloody nose »
    • « your scarf is all bloody »
    • « the effects will be violent and probably bloody »
    • « a bloody fight »

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