injury — physical harm or damage to someone's body caused by an accident or an attack
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: physical harm or damage to someone's body caused by an accident or an attack
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪndʒəri/
Example Sentences
- The soccer player faked an injury so dramatically that even Hollywood actors would be jealous.
- She wore a helmet to prevent head injuries while riding her bike.
- My biggest injury from cooking is my ego when the toast burns.
injury
NOUN[/ˈɪndʒəri/]
physical harm or damage to someone's body caused by an accident or an attack
physical harm or damage to someone's body caused by an accident or an attack
His injury stopped his surgery, now he faces perjury!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'injuria' meaning 'injustice' or 'harm', composed of 'in-' (not) and 'jus' (right or law). The word entered English through Old French 'injurie' in the 13th century.
Breakdown
in- (not) + jur (law/right, from Latin 'jus') + -y (noun suffix) = injury
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The soccer player faked an injury so dramatically that even Hollywood actors would be jealous.”
“She wore a helmet to prevent head injuries while riding her bike.”
“My biggest injury from cooking is my ego when the toast burns.”
“The company provided safety training to reduce workplace injuries.”
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