scar
Pronunciation:
/skɑː(ɹ)//skɑɹ/noun
Definitions
A permanent mark on the skin, sometimes caused by the healing of a wound.
(by extension) A permanent negative effect on someone's mind, caused by a traumatic experience.
Any permanent mark resulting from damage.
verb
Definitions
To mark the skin permanently.
To form a scar.
To affect deeply in a traumatic manner.
Example: Seeing his parents die in a car crash scarred him for life.