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/wuːnd/
Meaning & Definition
noun
Emotional or psychological injury.
The loss of her friend left a wound that would take years to heal.
An injury to body tissues that may involve a break in the skin or a more serious internal injury.
He suffered a deep wound on his arm from the broken glass.
verb
Past tense of 'wind'; to turn something in a circular motion.
He had wound the clock before going to bed.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'wund', from Proto-Germanic 'wundō'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hit a wound
to touch on a sensitive or painful issue
wound up
to become excited or anxious
the wounds of war
the psychological impact and injuries resulting from conflict
Related Words
wound care
the management of injuries and their treatments.
wound dressing
material used to cover a wound.
Slang Meanings
To have emotional pain.
He's still wounded from their breakup.
To be upset or offended.
She was really wounded by their comments.