Harm
/ˈhɑːrm/
Definitions
- (n.) Physical injury or damage to a person or property.
The accident caused serious harm to the driver.
- (v.) To cause injury, damage, or adverse effect to someone or something.
The chemicals can harm the environment.
Forms
- harms
- harmed
- harming
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'harm' refers broadly to both physical and non-physical damages and is central to establishing claims.
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