wound
UK: wuːnd | US: wuːnd
n. an injury to the body, typically involving a break in the skin
vt. to inflict an injury on someone or something
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The word "wound" traces back to Old English wund, meaning "an injury." It shares roots with Proto-Germanic wundō and is related to Old High German wunta and Old Norse und. Unlike many modern English words, "wound" has remained structurally intact over centuries, retaining its compact form without clear prefix/root/suffix divisions. Its meaning has consistently centered on physical injury, reflecting its ancient Germanic origins.
The soldier suffered a severe wound during the battle.
She carefully cleaned the wound to prevent infection.
His harsh words wounded her deeply.
The arrow wound was treated with herbal remedies.
Time heals all wounds, both physical and emotional.