Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disembowelment
noun
/ˌdɪs.ɛmˈbaʊ.əl.mənt/
Definition
The act of removing the entrails or internal organs of a creature, especially in a violent manner.
Examples
- The disembowelment of the animal was performed for research purposes.
- In historical contexts, disembowelment was seen as a form of execution.
- The horror movie featured a dramatic scene of disembowelment that shocked the audience.
Meaning
Disembowelment refers to the process of taking out the internal organs from a body, usually associated with severe injury or punishment.
Synonyms
- evisceration
- entrails removal
- gutting
