Mutilations Meaning in English
word · lemma: mutilation
Definition
Mutilations are acts of severely damaging or removing parts of a person’s or animal’s body, often on purpose and usually causing lasting harm.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal, medical, or legal contexts. Refers specifically to severe, often intentional injury, not minor harm. Not interchangeable with 'injuries' or 'wounds'. Commonly found in reports on violence, war, or crime.
Example Sentences
The doctor reported several mutilations after the attack.
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Some animals suffer mutilations in illegal hunting.
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The newspaper described the mutilations found at the crime scene.
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Rumors about ritual mutilations spread quickly through the city.
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Authorities are trying to find the cause behind these repeated mutilations.
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Disturbingly, the village had been plagued by mysterious mutilations of livestock.
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