Definitions

1. noun

The fluid that circulates through the heart, arteries, and veins in humans and many animals, carrying oxygen and nutrients to and removing waste products from tissues and organs.

“She fainted at the sight of blood.”

2. noun

A person’s ancestry or lineage, especially noble or aristocratic ancestry.

“He had royal blood on his mother’s side.”

3. verb

To shed or cause to shed blood, especially in a violent or unnatural manner.

“The battle left many people bloodied.”

4. verb

To make or become red or reddish in color.

“The sunset will blood the sky with hues of orange and pink.”

5. adjective

Having a reddish color or resembling blood in color.

“The blood-red flowers bloomed in the garden.”

6. noun

The blood of an animal, especially when it is used as food.

“The butcher sold beef blood as a cheap ingredient for cooking.”

7. verb

To win or gain something in a contest or competition, especially by a narrow margin.

“The underdog team blooded the favorite in the final round.”