Another Illinois word describing physical detention, kikiȣnakiȣi, meant “slave” in the seventeenth century, but in modern usage the root has softened into a meaning that suggests being detained, held up, or merely running late.

A tree or a vine bleeds when tapped or wounded.

You're not bleeding out; the knife barely scratched your skin. Stop being so dramatic!

By contrast, cantankerous and churlish people are contemptuously independent of others’ opinions, not caring enough about others and their views.