Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mortal-wound

noun
/ˈmɔːrtəl wuːnd/
Definition
A deadly injury that is likely to result in death.
Examples
  • The soldier sustained a mortal wound during the battle.
  • In the story, the hero faced a mortal wound that tested his strength and will to survive.
Meaning
A mortal wound is an injury that causes severe damage to the body, typically affecting vital organs or blood vessels, leading to fatal consequences.
Synonyms
  • lethal injury
  • fatal wound
  • deadly injury