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Originally Posted by tat2me82  I still don't understand why it's still being referred to as self mutilation??? | Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1) - Cite This Source - Share This
mu·ti·late /ˈmyutlˌeɪt/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[myoot-l-eyt] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation
–verb (used with object), -lat·ed, -lat·ing.
1. to injure, disfigure, or make imperfect by removing or irreparably damaging parts: Vandals mutilated the painting.
2. to deprive (a person or animal) of a limb or other essential part.
you do that to your self hence it's self mutilation
Changing the terminology doesn't change the act.
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