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What is lacerations?

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Anonymous

12y ago
Updated: 1/4/2023

This is a deep cut in the skin where it penetrates the muscle. the result of lacerating; a rough, jagged tear.

the act of lacerating.

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Izaiah Lubowitz

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2y ago

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