
Lacerate
Physical Harm
Think of 'lacerate' as inflicting physical damage that is severe and jagged-edged.

The car accident victim had lacerated limbs due to the impact.
Not Superficial
'Lacerate' indicates cuts that are deeper than a scrape or a surface wound.

A thorn bush can lacerate your arms if you're not careful.
Severity
Use 'lacerate' to describe cuts when conveying a sense of urgency or seriousness.

The surgeon repaired the lacerated artery to stop the bleeding.
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ClawCutGashMangleRipSlashTearWound
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