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Scar
01
a mark that is left on one's skin after a wound or cut has healed
Examples
A scar is a permanent mark on the skin that remains after a wound or injury has healed.
Scars can vary in appearance, from flat and pale to raised and red, depending on the type of injury and individual healing process.
02
a lasting sign or trace of damage, suffering, or loss
Examples
The war left deep scars on the nation's memory.
The scandal left a permanent scar on the company's reputation.
to scar
01
to leave a mark on the skin after the injured tissue has healed
Intransitive
Transitive: to scar one's skin
Examples
The burn injury scarred his arm, reminding him of the incident.
The rock climbing accident scarred her knees, but she continued the sport.
02
to leave a lasting mental or emotional impact, often from a traumatic or painful experience
Examples
The tragic event scarred her deeply, affecting her for years.
Witnessing the accident scarred him emotionally.
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