† ˈlancementObs.rare—1. [f. lance v. + -ment. Cf. F. lancement.] The action of lancing or cutting; an incision. 1658Sir T. T. de Mayerne Archimag. Anglo-Gall. xix. 15 You must make some Lancements or inlets [in the fowl]..that your said spices may the better hold or fasten.