Meaning of the word severed in English

What does severed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

severed

US /ˈsɛvərd/
UK /ˈsɛvəd/

Adjective

cut off or separated from something else

Example:
The accident left him with a severed finger.
The cable was completely severed, cutting off power to the building.