- to injure
- to wound
- to damage
Generated: This meaning refers to causing physical harm to a person or animal, typically through an accident or confrontation.
He accidentally injured his hand.
Generated: This meaning often refers to causing an injury that breaks the skin or is more serious, like from a weapon.
He wounded the enemy in battle.
Generated: This meaning is used more broadly and can refer to causing harm or impairment to objects or equipment, not just living beings.
The storm damaged many trees.