BRUISER is a term that is used to describe someone who is tough and intimidating. It can refer to a FIGHTER, an APE, a THUG, a SISSY, He-Man, a GORILLA, or a tough guy. A FIGHTER is someone who engages in physical combat, usually for sport or entertainment. An APE is a large primate with long arms and no tail. A THUG is a violent criminal. A SISSY is someone who is considered weak or cowardly. He-Man is a fictional character from the Masters of the Universe franchise. A GORILLA is a large, powerful primate. A tough guy is someone who is strong and intimidating.