wound
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/wuːnd/
injury
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wound' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wund', where 'wund' meant 'injury'.
Historical Evolution
'wund' changed from Old English word 'wund' and eventually became the modern English word 'wound'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'injury', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an injury to the body, especially one in which the skin or another external surface is torn, pierced, cut, or otherwise broken.
The soldier had a deep wound on his arm.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39