Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

physical-damage

noun
ˈfɪzɪkəl ˈdæmɪdʒ
Definition
Physical damage refers to harm or injury caused to a physical object or person.
Examples
  • The car suffered extensive physical damage after the accident.
  • Storing the fragile items without protection can lead to physical damage.
  • Physical damage to the environment can result from pollution and deforestation.
Meaning
The term indicates a change in the integrity of an object, such as breaking, crushing, or any other alteration that affects its original state.
Synonyms
  • harm
  • injury
  • destruction
  • degradation
  • breakage