minor injury; slight wound
Refers to an injury that is not serious, often used in medical, legal, or accident contexts. Contrasts with 重傷 (じゅうしょう, serious injury).
I sustained minor injuries in the accident.
Fortunately, everyone escaped with only minor injuries.
The driver sustained a minor injury in the accident.
The man inflicted a minor injury on the victim.
Fortunately, he got away with only a minor injury.