Stabbing

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A stabbing is the penetration or rough contact with a sharp or pointed object at close range. The term connotes purposeful action, such as that by an assassin or murderer, though accidental stabbings of oneself or others are also possible. Stabbing differs from slashing or cutting in that the motion of the object moves perpendicular to and directly into the body, rather than being drawn across it. Stab wounds represent the specific form of penetrating trauma to the skin that results from this action. Stabbings have been common among gangs and in prisons because knives are cheap, easy to acquire or manufacture, easily concealable, and relatively effective. Stabbing has also been employed as a method in terrorism throughout history.