Wounded
/ˈwuːndɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Injured by a weapon or trauma causing bodily harm, especially in military or criminal contexts.
The soldier was wounded in battle and required medical attention.
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Commentary
Used primarily as an adjective to denote physical harm from violence; in legal contexts, may affect claims for damages or criminal charges.
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