1. a deep cut or tear in skin or flesh
Usage: medical
2. the act of tearing or cutting something roughly

Examples

• The doctor cleaned the laceration on his arm before stitching it up.
• She suffered multiple lacerations from the broken glass.
• The deep laceration required immediate medical attention.
• Minor lacerations can often be treated with bandages.
• The laceration of the fabric made it impossible to repair.
• Emergency room staff are trained to handle severe lacerations.