gutter wound en · NOUN
Etymology
From the shape in profile of such a wound, somewhat resembling that of a building's gutter.
Meanings
- A traumatic wound oriented tangentially to the surface (of the skin or an internal organ), which creates a groove or furrow without passing beneath the surface.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| gutter wounds | Number=Plur | lexicographic |