How to Pronounce "laceration"
word
ˌɫæsɝˈeɪʃən
lass-uh-RAY-shuhn
lˌæsəɹˈeɪʃən
lass-uh-RAY-shuhn
Definition
A laceration is a deep cut or tear in the skin or flesh, usually caused by something sharp or rough.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɫæsɝˈeɪʃən
British English
lˌæsəɹˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
lass-uh-RAY-shuhn
UK
lass-uh-RAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
The doctor cleaned the laceration on his arm.
She got a laceration from broken glass.
A deep laceration needs stitches.
The nurse said the laceration would leave a scar.