bloodshed
Translation
bloodshed, slaughter, carnage
Examples
The civil war resulted in terrible bloodshed.
The civil war resulted in terrible bloodshed.
They hope to end the conflict without further bloodshed.
They hope to end the conflict without further bloodshed.
Grammar Patterns
bloodshed the killing or wounding of people The civil war resulted in terrible bloodshed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: slaughter, carnage, massacre, violence
Etymology
From 'blood' + 'shed' (the act of pouring out). Literally, the pouring out of blood.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'shed' (a small building) overflowing with 'blood' to remember the violent meaning.