lacerate (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈlæsəreɪt/
Definition
To tear or make a rough or jagged tear in (flesh or other soft material).
Examples
The accident caused deep lacerations to his legs.
The sharp edge of the metal could easily lacerate the fabric.
His pride was lacerated by the harsh criticism.
How to Use lacerate
- lacerate something (prepositional phrase)
- To tear or make a rough or jagged tear in something. — "The sharp rocks can lacerate skin."
- lacerate someone's pride (collocation)
- To deeply hurt or wound someone's self-esteem or dignity. — "The public humiliation served to lacerate his pride."
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