Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cosmetic damage
noun
/kəʊzˈmɛtɪk ˈdæmɪdʒ/
Definition
Damage that affects the appearance of an object but does not impact its functionality or safety.
Examples
- The car had minor cosmetic damage, such as scratches, but it ran perfectly.
- After the storm, the roof suffered cosmetic damage that required only painting.
- Even with the cosmetic damage, the antique vase retained its value.
Meaning
Cosmetic damage refers to surface-level imperfections that do not affect the overall operation or usability of a product.
Synonyms
- Superficial damage
- Surface damage
- Outward damage
