Definition of black eye
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: a discoloration of the skin around the eye from bruising
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Behind those soulful black eye patches is a species that has spent decades clawing its way back from near extinction in the wild.
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The departure of Marshal Miguel Trujillo became the latest black eye for the Bay Area city during the administration of Democratic Mayor Libby Schaaf, who has clashed with the Trump administraion over immigration policy.
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Diarse has a black eye after taking a pass to the face from Hill last week during a tryout camp in Tampa, Florida.
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The news that Facebook’s Android app has been collecting call and text histories is yet another black eye for the social media giant.
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The autopsy report lists more than two dozen cuts and bruises, including a black eye.
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The freshman had a black eye but is not expected to miss any time, Dean said.
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When The Beatles performed their first gig with Starr just days later in Liverpool, Harrison was jostled and received a black eye.
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With their bright white bellies, large black eyes and triangular teeth, white sharks are easily distinguished from other local species, NC State reports.
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BLACK EYE Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of black eye for English Language Learners
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: a dark area of skin around the eye caused by being hit hard
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medical Definition of black eye
: a discoloration of the skin around the eye from bruising
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