1. (

• shiner ,
• black_eye ,
• mouse

) a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye ;

2. (

• black_eye ,

) a bad reputation; "his behavior gave the whole family a black eye" ;

3. (

• reverse ,
• reversal ,
• setback ,
• blow ,
• black_eye

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