Injure
/ˈɪn.dʒər/
Definitions
- (v.) To cause physical harm or damage to a person or animal.
The plaintiff claims the defendant's negligence injured him.
- (v.) To damage or impair something non-physical, such as reputation or rights.
The defamatory remarks injured her professional standing.
Forms
- injures
- injured
- injuring
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Commentary
Commonly used in personal injury law; precise definition depends on context—physical versus reputational harm.
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