laceration

Definition

  • noun: a deep cut or tear of the flesh
  • noun: the act of 'lacerating'

Examples

  • The broken glass caused severe 'laceration' of his feet.

  • She suffered 'lacerations' on her legs.

Movie quotes

  • (..) If there's any fire, it'll come from us. - Affirm. - Got it. Memphis General, medical unit . We're inbound with a male police officer with severe facial lacerations. Weapon unknown. We've got grand mal seizure activity but he's post-ictal now. Vital signs are good. Pressure is over . - ? (..)
    1991 The Silence of the Lambs