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Meaning of the word wound in English

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wound

US /wuːnd/
UK /wuːnd/
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Noun

1.

an injury to living tissue caused by a cut, blow, or other impact, typically one in which the skin is broken

Example:
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The doctor cleaned the deep wound on his arm.
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He received a serious wound during the battle.
Synonym:
cutgashlacerationlesionsore
2.

an injury to a person's feelings or reputation

Example:
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Her harsh words inflicted a deep emotional wound.
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The scandal left a lasting wound on his reputation.
Synonym:
hurtoffenseinsultgrievanceaffront

Verb

1.

inflict a wound on (someone)

Example:
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The sharp rock could easily wound him.
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He was wounded in the leg during the skirmish.
Synonym:
injurehurtdamagemaimlacerate
2.

cause (someone) emotional pain or distress

Example:
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His betrayal deeply wounded her.
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The criticism wounded his pride.
Synonym:
hurtupsetdistressgrieveoffend
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