what does the word wound mean
Primary Meanings of wound. 1  n an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin) 2  n the act of inflicting a wound. 3  n a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat. 4  n a figurative injury (to your feelings or pride) 5  v cause injuries or bodily harm to. 6  v hurt the feelings of. 7  adj put in a coil.