Damage /ˈdæmɪdʒ/

The meaning and definition of Damage, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

Injury or harm; the condition or measure of something not being intact.
“The storm did a lot of damage to the area.”
Cost or expense.
“"What's the damage?" he asked the waiter.”

verb

To impair the soundness, goodness, or value of; to harm or cause destruction.
“Be careful not to damage any of the fragile items while unpacking them.”
To undergo damage.

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