mercement

/ˈmɜːrkəmənt/ or /ˈmɜːrkəmənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A wound or hurt caused by a pointed weapon, especially a stab or thrust.

“The mercement to her side caused significant bleeding.”

2. noun

A wound, especially one caused by a pointed weapon.

“The doctor examined the mercement to determine the extent of the injury.”

Synonyms

  • laceration
  • stab
  • wound

Antonyms

  • healing
  • recovery