ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Mutilation

Mutilation is when someone or something is hurt or damaged in a very bad way, like when you accidentally break your toy so that it cannot be played with anymore.

Sometimes people, animals, or objects can be intentionally or accidentally mutilated, and it can cause severe pain, harm or make them unable to do the things they used to do.

It is important to be kind to others and treat them with respect, so that we can avoid hurting or mutilating them. If we ever see someone or something that has been mutilated, we should immediately tell an adult or someone who can help us take care of them properly.