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Meaning of the word harm in English

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harm

US /hɑːrm/
UK /hɑːm/
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Noun

physical injury, especially that which is deliberately inflicted

Example:
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The accident caused him serious harm.
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He meant no harm by his comments.
Synonym:
injury damage hurt mischief detriment

Verb

injure or damage

Example:
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He would never intentionally harm anyone.
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Smoking can seriously harm your health.
Synonym:
injure damage hurt impair spoil
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