deep cut or tear in skin or flesh. "he suffered lacerations to his head and face" Types of Lacerations Split Lacerations. Crushing of the skin and subcutaneous tissues between two hard objects, splits them, producing split lacerations (perpendicular impact). ... Stretch Lacerations. Overstretching of the skin may tear it, producing a flap of skin in the direction of injury. ... Avulsions. ... Tears. ... Chop Lacerations