laceration las-uh-RAY-shuhn noun WS #26

a deep cut or tear in skin or flesh; a jagged wound; the act of lacerating or tearing

1. The doctor carefully cleaned the laceration before applying the bandage.
2. The deep laceration on his arm required several stitches to heal properly.
3. The laceration was so severe that it required immediate surgical intervention.
4. Emergency room staff are trained to treat various types of lacerations quickly and effectively.
5. The laceration from the broken glass left a permanent scar on her hand.