Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

casualties

noun

/ˈkæʒ.ju.əl.ti/

Definition

People who are killed or injured in a war or accident.

Examples

During the battle, the army suffered heavy casualties.
The car accident resulted in several casualties.
Emergency services were called to assist the casualties of the train derailment.

Meaning

Casualties refer to individuals who suffer harm or death as a result of a specific event, especially in the context of military conflicts or major accidents.