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Bleeder
01
an annoying, irritating, or pitiful person
Dialect
British
British
Informal
Offensive
What is the origin of the term "bleeder" and how is it used?
"Bleeder" is a British slang term that dates back to the late 19th–early 20th century, originally used in Northern England. It likely derives from an intensifying use of "bleed" as an exclamation or mild curse, turning into a noun for someone irritating, annoying, or pitiful. The word appears in informal speech, literature, and regional dialects, often to express frustration or mockery. It is mildly derogatory, generally considered more cheeky or dismissive than deeply offensive.
Examples
The bleeder kept complaining about every little thing on the trip.
02
someone who has hemophilia and is subject to uncontrollable bleeding
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