laceration

noun

lac·​er·​a·​tion ˌla-sə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce laceration (audio)
1
: the act of lacerating
2
: a torn and ragged wound

Examples of laceration in a Sentence

She suffered lacerations on her legs. The broken glass caused severe laceration of his feet.
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The man was left blooded and needed surgery to repair muscle lacerations after the incident, The Associated Press reported. Sara Smart, CNN, 16 Aug. 2024 The arrest left Ben Tikka bloodied and in need of surgery to repair muscle lacerations. CBS News, 15 Aug. 2024 Gabe was airlifted by helicopter to treat his various injuries, including multiple skull fractures, a bruise on his brain and three lacerations. Charna Flam, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024 Milwaukee police Detective Joseph Newell testified that doctors at St. Joseph's described Zane as barely conscious, with bruising and lacerations on his face. Chris Ramirez, Journal Sentinel, 4 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for laceration 

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of laceration was in 1598

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Cite this Entry

“Laceration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laceration. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

laceration

noun
lac·​er·​a·​tion ˌlas-ə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce laceration (audio)
1
: an act or instance of lacerating
2
: a torn and ragged wound

Medical Definition

laceration

noun
lac·​er·​a·​tion ˌlas-ə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce laceration (audio)
1
: the act of lacerating
2
: a torn and ragged wound

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