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Vocabulary Entry
gore
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A noun that refers to a wound made by a piercing or stabbing; it can also refer to blood that has been shed.
Example Sentences
"The soldier returned from battle with a deep gore on his arm."
"The horror movie featured plenty of gore, making it unsuitable for children."
"The detective examined the crime scene, noting the splatter of gore on the walls."
V
verb
To pierce or stab with a horn or tusk.
Example Sentences
"The bull gored the matador during the bullfight."
"He watched as the bull gored the ground in its rage."
"In ancient times, hunters often gored wild animals for their hides."
A
adjective
Descriptive of something that is gruesome or involving graphic violence.
Example Sentences
"The film's gore effects were both impressive and disturbing."
"He enjoys reading gore-filled horror novels."
"The game was criticized for its unnecessary gore and violence."