blood
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.the red liquid that flows through your heart and body.
n.the red liquid that circulates in the arteries and veins of humans and other vertebrate animals, carrying oxygen and nutrients.
Simple“He cut his finger on the sharp glass and a little blood came out.”
In context“The doctor ordered a full panel of tests to check the patient's blood for signs of infection or vitamin deficiencies.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.your family background or the people you are related to by birth.
n.lineage, ancestry, or family relationship; often used to distinguish biological relatives from those related by marriage.
Simple“They are related by blood, so they look very similar to each other.”
In context“Although they were raised in different countries, their shared blood gave them a sense of immediate connection when they finally met.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
v.to give someone their first experience of a difficult or dangerous activity.
v.to initiate someone into a particular activity, especially one that is difficult, competitive, or violent.
Simple“The young player was blooded in the final ten minutes of the championship game.”
In context“The manager decided to blood several academy players during the early rounds of the tournament to test their composure under pressure.”
Usageoften used in the passive voice
Teacher's tipThis is most common in sports or professional contexts to describe a young person's first real match or task.
Usage blood vessels · blood pressure · blood cells