Definitions

1. noun

A person or animal that bleeds easily, or a device that controls bleeding by constricting a blood vessel.

“The doctor told the patient that she was a bleeder and might need to take iron supplements.”

2. noun

A person or organization that loses a lot of money, typically as a result of speculation or a failed business venture.

“The company was a bleeder in the first quarter, but managed to turn things around in the second quarter.”

3. verb

To lose a lot of blood, or to cause something to lose a lot of blood.

“The wound was bleeding badly and needed to be stitched up immediately.”

4. verb

To lose a lot of money, typically as a result of speculation or a failed business venture.

“The company was bleeding money and was on the verge of bankruptcy.”