Meaning & Definition of word "Lacer"
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Lacer
/ˈlæsər/
noun:
- 1. A person or entity that lacerates or causes laceration.
- Example: The lacer was charged with negligence after causing injuries during the demonstration.
- 2. A surgical instrument designed for making lacerations or incisions.
- Example: The surgeon reached for the lacer to begin the procedure.
verb:
- 1. To tear or make deep cuts in (skin or flesh).
- Example: The wild animal lacerated its prey with sharp claws.
- 2. To criticize or ridicule harshly.
- Example: The critic lacerated the novel in a scathing review.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'lacerare' meaning to tear.
Common Phrases and Expressions
laceration of trust:
A significant breakdown in trust between parties.
lacerate with words:
To injure someone emotionally through harsh criticism.
Related Words
laceration:
The act of tearing or wounding the skin or flesh.
lacerate:
To tear roughly; to wound or injure.
Slang Meanings of lacer
Meaning: To criticize harshly or without holding back.
Example Sentence: He really lacerated that new movie in his review.
Meaning: To fight or attack messily or without strategy.
Example Sentence: They were just lacerating each other on the playground.