wound
1 of 3noun/wund/
Forms:wounds
1
an injury inflicted on the body especially one that seriously damages the skin or the flesh
A wound refers to an injury to the body, typically involving a break in the skin or underlying tissues. Wounds can result from various causes such as cuts, scrapes, or punctures. They often lead to pain, bleeding, and sometimes infection if not properly treated. The seriousness of a wound can vary widely, from minor scratches that heal quickly to deep cuts requiring medical attention and possibly stitches or other actions for proper healing.
- The soldier had a deep wound on his leg from the battle.
- She cleaned the wound carefully to prevent infection.
- The knife left a small but painful wound on his hand.
- The doctor stitched up the wound to help it heal faster.
- Even after years, the old wound still ached in cold weather.
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2
the act of causing an injury to someone
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