Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maim
verb
/meɪm/
Definition
To severely injure someone or something, often resulting in permanent damage.
Examples
- The explosion was powerful enough to maim several soldiers.
- He was maimed in the accident, losing his right arm.
- The wild animal can maim any intruder who gets too close to its territory.
Meaning
Maiming typically refers to causing physical harm that can lead to loss of a limb or other serious bodily harm.
Synonyms
- disable
- wound
- injure
- hurt
- cripple
