Avulsion

Noun

Definitionen

1.NounThe loss or separation of a body part, either by surgery or due to trauma.

"Immediately observable were avulsion of several teeth and extensive lacerations and bruising to the face."

2.NounAn abrupt change in the course of a river, typically from one channel to another.

3.NounMovement of soil during a flood, or during a change in the course of a river, especially when a resulting change of land ownership is involved.

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