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Noun concussion has 2 senses
  1. concussion - injury to the brain caused by a blow; usually resulting in loss of consciousness
    --1 is a kind of
    injury, accidental injury
    Derived form: verb concuss1
  2. concussion - any violent blow
    --2 is a kind of
    bump, blow
    Derived form: verb concuss1

Definitions from the Web

Concussions

Definition: Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a blow or jolt to the head or body, resulting in temporary impairment of brain function.

Sense 1 (Noun): A medical condition characterized by a temporary disruption of normal brain activity, typically caused by a sudden impact to the head.

Example Sentence 1: She suffered multiple concussions after falling off her bike.

Example Sentence 2: The football player was sidelined due to a severe concussion.

Related Products: Concussion Helmets, Concussion Management Books

Sense 2 (Verb): To cause a concussion or injury to someone's head.

Example Sentence 1: The boxer's powerful punch concussed his opponent.

Example Sentence 2: The car accident concussed the driver, who had to be taken to the hospital.

Related Products: Concussion Prevention Gear, Concussion Training DVDs

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