What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wound
Example
The doctor cleaned and bandaged the wound on my arm. [wound: noun]
Example
She wound the bandage tightly around the wound to stop the bleeding. [wound: verb]
laceration
Example
The surgeon stitched up the laceration on his leg. [laceration: noun]
Example
She accidentally lacerated her finger while chopping vegetables. [lacerate: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wound is a more common term used in everyday language, while laceration is a more technical term used primarily in medical settings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between wound and laceration?
Laceration is a more formal term used primarily in medical settings, while wound is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
