Damnum
/ˈdam.nʊm/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal term referring to harm, loss, or damage, especially as grounds for a claim in tort or contract law.
The plaintiff sought compensation for the damnum suffered due to the defendant's negligence.
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Damnum typically appears in the phrase "damnum injuria suum cuique tribuat," a foundational principle addressing loss and legal redress.
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