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electric burn

/ɪˈlɛktrɪk bɜːrn/

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/ɪˈlɛktrɪk bɜːrn/B2formalmedical
  • ruОжог, вызванный контактом с электрическим током, часто приводящий к повреждению кожи и подлежащих тканей, а иногда и к внутренним травмам.

A burn caused by contact with an electrical current, often resulting in damage to skin and underlying tissues, and sometimes internal injury.

  1. Injury from electrical currentB2formal

    A tissue injury caused by contact with an electrical current, which can damage skin, muscles, and internal organs.

    ruЭлектрический ожог

    • The electric burn on his hand required immediate medical attention.
    • Electric burns can be more severe than thermal burns because they damage deeper tissues.
    • He suffered an electric burn after touching a live wire.