The term 'black and blue' is often used to describe a person or object that has been injured or BRUISED. The crossword solutions for this term are LIVID (5 letters), BRUISED (7 letters), BERRIES (7 letters), EYES (4 letters), and TWOTONED (8 letters). LIVID is an adjective meaning very angry or enraged, which could be used to describe someone who has been hurt. BRUISED is an adjective meaning having suffered a contusion, or a discoloration of the skin caused by a blow or impact. Berries are small, round fruits that are often black or blue in color. Eyes can become black and blue if they are injured or BRUISED. Twotoned is an adjective meaning having two colors, such as black and blue.