mutilation
Mutilation (noun) means the act of severely damaging or disfiguring something, or the resulting damage. Example: “The novel doesn't shy away from describing the mutilation of war.”
How to use mutilation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSevere damage or disfigurement, or the act of causing it.
Word forms
mutilations plural
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The novel doesn't shy away from describing the _____ of war.
Etymology
From Latin mutilatio, related to French mutilation.
Rhymes for mutilation
Frequently asked questions
What does “mutilation” mean?
The word “mutilation” means the act of severely damaging or disfiguring something, or the resulting damage. In plain terms, severe damage or disfigurement, or the act of causing it.
How do you use “mutilation” in a sentence?
Here is “mutilation” used in a sentence: “The novel doesn't shy away from describing the mutilation of war.”
What part of speech is “mutilation”?
“Mutilation” is a noun.
Where does the word “mutilation” come from?
The word “mutilation” comes from Latin. From Latin mutilatio, related to French mutilation.
Is “mutilation” a common word?
“Mutilation” is an uncommon word in modern English.