Casualty
/ˈkæʒuəlti/
Definitions
- (n.) A person injured or killed in an accident or military action.
The accident resulted in several casualties.
- (n.) The loss or destruction of something, especially property or financial assets.
The company suffered a casualty in its investments.
Forms
- casualties
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Commentary
Often used in reports of accidents or combat to denote persons harmed; context clarifies between human and property loss.
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