mishave

/ˈmɪʃeɪv/

Definitions

1. noun

A slight or momentary cut, scratch, or scrape, especially on the skin.

“She had a mishave on her knee while hiking in the woods.”

2. verb

To cut or scratch slightly, especially on the skin.

“The branch mishaved her hand when she reached out to grab it.”

Synonyms

  • scrape
  • scratch

Antonyms

  • heal