noun
laceration
la-suh-RAY-shuhn
Laceration (noun) means a deep, jagged cut or tear in the skin or flesh. Example: “The doctor stitched up the laceration on his forehead.”
noun
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A deep, jagged cut or tear in the skin or flesh.
"The doctor stitched up the laceration on his forehead."
How to use laceration
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA medical term for a cut, especially one with torn, ragged edges rather than a clean slice.
When to use it
Mostly used in medical contexts rather than everyday speech.
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Word forms
- Plural
- lacerations
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Rhymes for laceration
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ablation
allusion
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Frequently asked questions
What does “laceration” mean?
The word “laceration” means a deep, jagged cut or tear in the skin or flesh. In plain terms, a medical term for a cut, especially one with torn, ragged edges rather than a clean slice.
How do you pronounce “laceration”?
“Laceration” is pronounced la-suh-RAY-shuhn (/læsəˈɹeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “laceration” in a sentence?
Here is “laceration” used in a sentence: “The doctor stitched up the laceration on his forehead.”
What part of speech is “laceration”?
“Laceration” is a noun.
