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mutilation
This term carries a heavy, violent connotation, evoking a sense of permanent loss and irreversible damage. When applied to the human body, it suggests a brutal or surgical removal of limbs or organs, often associated with torture, war, or ritualistic practices. It is far more severe than simple injury, implying a total change in the physical form.
In the context of archives or art, the word describes the intentional or negligent destruction of a work's integrity. This refers to the removal of pages from a book or the erasing of sections of a painting, rendering the original creator's intent fragmented. It emphasizes the tragedy of a lost legacy rather than mere wear and tear.
Meanings
Examples
The victim suffered severe mutilation during the attack.
He looked at the old manuscript and wept at the mutilation of the original text.
The detective noted the precise nature of the mutilation on the body.
I cannot believe they allowed the mutilation of this classic painting.
The soldier survived the blast but lived with the permanent mutilation of his left hand.
This translation is a complete mutilation of the author's original intent.
The monster's appearance was a horrific display of mutilation and decay.
Medical records show the extent of the mutilation caused by the accident.