Meaning & Definition of word "Scar"

Scar

/skɑːr/

noun:

  • 1. A mark left on the skin or a surface after the injury has healed.
    • Example: He has a scar on his forehead from a childhood accident.
  • 2. A lasting effect of grief or experience.
    • Example: The trauma of the event left a deep emotional scar.

verb:

  • 1. To mark with a scar.
    • Example: The accident scarred his arm permanently.
  • 2. To cause lasting damage or distress.
    • Example: The betrayal scarred their friendship beyond repair.

Etymology

Middle English scarre, from Old Norse skarð, meaning 'notch, cleft'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

scar tissue:

Tissue that forms over a scar; often less flexible and functional than normal tissue.

scars run deep:

Refers to emotional scars or pain that can lead to long-lasting effects.

Related Words

cicatrix:

The medical term for a scar.

scarring:

The process of forming a scar after a wound.

Slang Meanings of scar

Meaning: To scar someone emotionally.

Example Sentence: That betrayal really scarred him.

Meaning: To have a noticeable scar on one's body.

Example Sentence: He's got a scar from his days in the army.