mutilação
[mu.ti.la.ˈsɐ̃w̃]
nounfemininepl: mutilações
mutilation
1. The act of severely damaging or removing a limb or essential part of a body
The accident resulted in the mutilation of his left hand.
O acidente resultou na mutilação da sua mão esquerda.
2. Severe damage or disfigurement of something
The mutilation of the historical building was considered a crime.
A mutilação do edifício histórico foi considerada um crime.
3. The act of altering or spoiling something in a way that diminishes its value or integrity
The mutilation of the text changed its original meaning.
A mutilação do texto alterou seu significado original.
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