Dictionary Check: lacerate

"lacerate" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

adjective

irregularly slashed and jagged as if torn

Example: "lacerate leaves"
Synonyms:
adjective

having edges that are jagged from injury

Synonyms:
verb

cut or tear irregularly

verb

deeply hurt the feelings of; distress

Example: "his lacerating remarks"

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