Lacerate Definition & Meaning

lacerate
adjective
  1. irregularly slashed and jagged as if torn; "lacerate leaves"
  2. having edges that are jagged from injury
verb
  1. cut or tear irregularly
  2. deeply hurt the feelings of; distress; "his lacerating remarks"

"Lacerate" in song lyrics

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  • "I haven't come across a subject yet I couldn't lacerate"
    Jedi Mind Tricks f/ Esoteric, Virtuoso — Death March

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