Associations to the word «Lacerate»

Wiktionary

LACERATE, verb. To tear, rip or wound.
LACERATE, verb. To thoroughly defeat; to thrash
LACERATE, adjective. (botany) Jagged, as if torn or lacerated.

Dictionary definition

LACERATE, verb. Cut or tear irregularly.
LACERATE, verb. Deeply hurt the feelings of; distress; "his lacerating remarks".
LACERATE, adjective. Irregularly slashed and jagged as if torn; "lacerate leaves".
LACERATE, adjective. Having edges that are jagged from injury.

Wise words

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