black eye

Definition of Black Eye in English :

1. black eye, mouse, shiner

a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye

2. black eye

a bad reputation

Example Sentences:
'his behavior gave the whole family a black eye'

an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Black Eye

noun

bruising round the eye

1.

an eye with a very dark iris

2.

a discoloration of the skin or flesh surrounding an eye, resulting from a sharp blow or contusion

3. US, Informal

shame or dishonor, or a cause or source of this

n.

1. A bruised discoloration of the flesh surrounding the eye, often resulting from a blow.

2. A blow to one's reputation; a source of dishonor.