Meaning of the word detrimental in English

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detrimental

US /ˌdet.rəˈmen.t̬əl/
UK /ˌdet.rəˈmen.t̬əl/

Adjective

1.

causing harm or damage:

Example:
These chemicals have a detrimental effect/impact on the environment.
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