Gore

usgb/ɡɔːr/
noun

Thick, clotted blood.

The horror movie was filled with scenes of gore.
Visual representation of "gore" - Thick, clotted blood

Often appears as...

  • blood and gore
  • scenes of gore

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Disapproving

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Horror Context

Used to describe detailed violence in movies, books, or games, often for a shock effect.

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The novel's gore details were a bit too graphic for my taste.
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Not Actual Blood

Refers to the appearance of blood, but doesn't mean real blood is present.

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The haunted house used fake gore to scare visitors.
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Mature Content

Associated with mature or adult content, not suitable for all audiences.

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Parents were warned about the level of gore in the video game.
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