Lacerating
Pronunciation: /ˈlæsərˌeɪt/
Lacerating (verb)
- To cause deep cuts or tears in something, often in skin or material.
- To cause emotional pain or distress to someone.
Examples
- The sharp knife can lacerate the fabric easily.
- The harsh words can lacerate someone's feelings.
Common collocations: lacerate the skin, lacerate the paper, lacerate the heart, lacerate one's pride