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Damage

DA-muhj

/ˈdæmʌdʒ/

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damage

Dictionary meaning

The act of damaging something or someone.

Examples

  • The snow damaged the roof.
  • These fine china cups damage easily.

Synonyms: hurt, harm, scathe

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