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BLACK EYE noun

Definition of black eye (noun)

  1. a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye
  2. a bad reputation
    • "his behavior gave the whole family a black eye"
  3. an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
Source: Princeton University Wordnet
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