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damage
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. damage
  2. 2. breakage
Damage or breakage to an object, often used in formal or written contexts such as reports or insurance claims. It implies that something has been harmed to the point where it no longer functions or looks as it should.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Shall I put "damage" as the reason for the return?

Sentence 2

Hey, this is damaged — can I return it?

Sentence 3

"Who did this damage?" my mom snapped.

Sentence 4

Exchanges are only available in cases of damage upon arrival.

Sentence 5

It's possible the unexpected vibration damaged the sensor.