(~s, ~ring, ~red)
1.
A ~ is a mark on the skin which is left after a wound has healed.
He had a ~ on his forehead.
...facial injuries which have left permanent ~s.
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2.
If your skin is ~red, it is badly marked as a result of a wound.
He was ~red for life during a pub fight...
His ~red face crumpled with pleasure.
VERB: usu passive, be V-ed, V-ed
3.
If a surface is ~red, it is damaged and there are ugly marks on it.
The arena was ~red by deep muddy ruts.
...~red wooden table tops.
VERB: usu passive, be V-ed, V-ed
4.
If an unpleasant physical or emotional experience leaves a ~ on someone, it has a permanent effect on their mind.
The early years of fear and the hostility left a deep ~ on the young boy.
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5.
If an unpleasant physical or emotional experience ~s you, it has a permanent effect on your mind.
This is something that’s going to ~ him forever.
VERB: V n