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Maim

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To injure or disable someone seriously, often resulting in the loss of a body part or serious disfigurement

Usage: The term "maim" is commonly used to describe the act of causing severe physical harm to a person, usually resulting in permanent damage.

Examples:

1. He was maimed for life when he stepped on a landmine.
2. The vicious attack maimed her face, leaving her scarred for life.
3. The accident maimed his leg, causing him to walk with a permanent limp.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A significant and lasting physical injury or disfigurement

Usage: In this context, "maim" is used as a noun to refer to the resulting harm or disfigurement caused by an act of violence or accident.

Examples:

1. The survivors of the accident were left with various maims, both physical and emotional.
2. The victim suffered deep maims to his chest and abdomen from the knife attack.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Popular or local

Usage: When used as an adjective, "maim" refers to something that is popular or well-known within a particular community or locality, but may not be widely recognized beyond it.

Example:

The festival is known for its maim games and traditional dances.

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