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mutilations

/ˌmjuːtɪˈleɪʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does mutilations mean?

noun

The act of cutting or removing a part of something, often in a violent or destructive manner. Physical harm or injury caused to a person or animal.

Example

"The surgeon performed a series of mutilations to repair the damaged tissue."

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