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flesh wound

[woond]

flesh wound

[woond]
noun
a wound that does not penetrate beyond the flesh; a slight or superficial wound.

Origin:
1665–75
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World English Dictionary
flesh wound (wuːnd)
 
n
a wound affecting superficial tissues

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Medical Dictionary

flesh wound n.
A wound that penetrates the flesh but does not damage underlying bones or vital organs.

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