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damages
money awarded as compensation for loss or injury
In more detail
1. (noun) harm or injury caused to something, making it less valuable or functional
2. (noun) money that a court orders someone to pay as compensation for harm or loss they caused
Examples
- 1. The storm caused serious damages to the roof of the house.
- 2. The lawsuit resulted in the company paying damages to the victims.
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