Pronunciation: (wnd Older Use and Literary wound), [key]
— n.
an injury, usually involving division of tissue or rupture of the integument or mucous membrane, due to external violence or some mechanical agency rather than disease.
a similar injury to the tissue of a plant.
an injury or hurt to feelings, sensibilities, reputation, etc.
to attempt to heal one's injuries or soothe one's hurt feelings after a defeat.