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Meaning of injuries
The primary meaning of the word "injuries" refers to physical harms or damages to a person's body.
Etymology of injuries
The word "injuries" has its roots in the Latin word "injuria," which means "a wrong or injustice."
It entered the English language in the 15th century and has been used to describe physical and emotional harm since then.
Synonyms
wounds
traumas
damages
harms
lesions
fractures
bruises
cuts
gashes
scrapes
scratches
sprains
strains
pulls
tears
ruptures
breaks
concussions
contusions
lacerations
abrasions
burns
scalds
blisters
swellings
inflammation
pain
suffering
agony
distress
misery
affliction
mishaps
accidents
casualties
mishaps
calamities
disasters
setbacks
handicaps
impairments
disabilities
defects
flaws
weaknesses
vulnerabilities
Definitions
- The word "injuries" is defined by Oxford Languages as physical harms or damages to a person's body, which can be caused by accidents, violence, or other external factors.
- * It can also refer to emotional or psychological harm, such as offense or insult.
Usage Examples
- The athlete suffered serious injuries during the game, including a broken leg and a concussion.
- * The company was sued for the injuries caused by their defective product.
- * The emotional injuries from the breakup took a long time to heal.