'black eye' definitions:

Definition of 'black eye'

(from WordNet)
noun
A swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye [syn: shiner, black eye, mouse]
noun
A bad reputation; "his behavior gave the whole family a black eye"
noun
An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating [syn: reverse, reversal, setback, blow, black eye]