damages

/ˈdæmɪdʒɪz/

verb

  1. 1

    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.
  2. 2

    To undergo damage.

noun

  1. 1

    The money paid or awarded to a claimant (in England), a pursuer (in Scotland) or a plaintiff (in the US) in a civil action as compensation for a loss suffered by the same.

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