bleeding

(noun) the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel. Synonyms: hemorrhage, haemorrhage.

(verb) lose blood from one's body. Synonyms: shed blood, bleed, hemorrhage.

(verb) draw blood. Synonyms: bleed, leech, phlebotomize, phlebotomise. Example: "In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment."

(verb) get or extort (money or other possessions) from someone. Synonyms: bleed. Example: "They bled me dry--i have nothing left!."

(verb) be diffused. Synonyms: run, bleed. Example: "These dyes and colors are guaranteed not to run."

(verb) drain of liquid or steam. Synonyms: bleed. Examples: "Bleed the radiators." "The mechanic bled the engine."