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Entry wound

Definition:

An entry wound refers to the opening or puncture on the surface of the body caused by a penetrating object such as a bullet, knife, or other sharp objects.

Senses:

1. Medical: A wound caused by an external object piercing the body's surface.

2. Forensics: A wound on a victim's body that indicates the point of entry for a projectile or any other object used to cause harm.

3. Figurative: Can be used metaphorically to describe an initial or starting point of any process or event.

Examples:

Medical:

1. He was rushed to the emergency room with a gunshot wound, and the doctor examined his entry wound to assess the severity of the injury.
2. After stepping on broken glass, she was left with a painful entry wound on the sole of her foot.

Forensics:

1. The forensic investigator carefully studied the entry wound on the victim's torso to determine the angle and trajectory of the bullet.
2. By analyzing the entry wound, the detectives could determine if the victim was shot at close range or from a distance.

Figurative:

1. The conference marked the entry wound into a new era of technological advancements.
2. Making the decision to pursue his dreams was the entry wound that changed his life forever.

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