Definition of Laceration
Laceration
lac·er·a·tion
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a deep wound caused by a jagged cut or tear in the skin or flesh;
e.g. He suffered a laceration when he accidentally put his hand into the machine.
(noun)
the action of causing someone significant mental or emotional distress, especially by criticizing them severely;
e.g. They received a harsh laceration from her for their foolish mistake.
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