Meaning & Definition of word "Wound"
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Wound
/wuːnd/
noun:
- 1. Emotional or psychological injury.
- Example: The loss of her friend left a wound that would take years to heal.
- 2. An injury to body tissues that may involve a break in the skin or a more serious internal injury.
- Example: He suffered a deep wound on his arm from the broken glass.
verb:
- 1. Past tense of 'wind'; to turn something in a circular motion.
- Example: 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 of wound
Meaning: To have emotional pain.
Example Sentence: He's still wounded from their breakup.
Meaning: To be upset or offended.
Example Sentence: She was really wounded by their comments.