1 [U] (psychology) a mental condition caused by severe shock, especially when the harmful effects last for a long time:
the effects of trauma and stress on the body * The children showed no signs of trauma after their ordeal.
2 [C,U] an unpleasant experience that makes you feel upset and/or anxious:
She felt exhausted after the traumas of recent weeks.
3 [U,C] (medical) an injury:
The patient suffered severe brain trauma.
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