laceration

noun

ˌla-sə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce laceration (audio)
Definition of lacerationnext
as in slit
a long deep cut the fall from the motocross bike left him with several lacerations from the sharp rocks

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Recent Examples of laceration Recent emergencies have included animals falling off a boat, lacerations from dog fights on the beach, clamshell ingestion, sand impaction, which can cause obstructions in the digestive system, and of course Lyme disease. — Sylvie Bigar, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Dwyane Wade's son, Zaire, was arrested earlier this week in Burbank on suspicion of domestic violence after police reportedly found a woman with cuts and lacerations on her face and body. — Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026 Two adult males were shot and treated for lacerations at the scene, said Los Angeles Police Department spokesperson Officer Charles Miller. — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2026 The Athletics’ Zack Gelof left the game in the bottom of the second with a right hand laceration and contusion after Matt Chapman inadvertently spiked his hand trying to stretch a single into a double. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for laceration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laceration
  1. slit
  2. tear
  3. gash
  4. injury
  5. fracture
Noun
  • The skirt’s front slit detail looks polished, while allowing for easy movement and extra breathability.
    — Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
  • The sleeveless gown featured a semi-sheer corset bodice with a curtain of lace foliage that cascaded down past the thigh-high slit, forming an elegant silhouette.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Definition of slit
Noun
  • Sitting solo in the buzz of Apiri, soaking in the bright avgolemono, a tear sprang to my eye at the kismet.
    — Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026
  • Taking a few extra minutes to protect it during transport can help prevent tears, moisture damage, and debris from compromising the materials.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026
Definition of tear
Noun
  • Thomas showed photos to CBS News Chicago Investigators of blood left behind from the gash to the back of his head, and scrapes and bruises to his face.
    — Megan De Mar, CBS News, 26 June 2026
  • Trump has repeatedly claimed vandals were responsible for a large gash cut into the pool, but has not presented clear evidence to back up the claim.
    — Zachary Folk, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Definition of gash
Noun
  • In 2023, more than a decade after a experiencing season-ending racing injuries, Muniz decided to pursue his dream of NASCAR racing full-throttle and announced his return to stock car racing in the ARCA Menards Series.
    — Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • Pulisic looked rusty while getting his first start since the group stage opener when he was subbed out at halftime with a calf injury.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of injury
Noun
  • Will Robinson allegedly suffered a thumb fracture and elbow and back injuries.
    — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • The Minnesota Twins’ Ryan Jeffers, out with a hamate bone fracture, is clearly the best catcher available, and there isn’t a close second.
    — Will Sammon, New York Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of fracture

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“Laceration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laceration. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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