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English Word of the Day: 73 wound - verb / noun

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Word of the Day:

wound - verb / noun - pronunciation link

Definition

to injure; to hurt; to cause physical damage to a person or animal; n. an injury to the body of a human or animal in which the skin is usually cut or broken

Example Sentences

The hunter wounded the deer, but failed to capture it.
You need to put a bandage on that wound immediately.

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Everyday Expressions Quiz for Advanced ESL Classes focusing on common idiomatic expressions in a difficult, but common context.

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