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
