torts

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Noun tort has 1 sense

tort, civil wrong - (law) any wrongdoing for which an action for damages may be brought
--₁ is a kind of wrongdoing, wrongful conduct, misconduct, actus reus
--₁ has particulars: alienation of affection; invasion of privacy; trespass; libel

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Torts

Definition:

Noun: In law, torts refer to civil wrongs committed by one party against another, resulting in legal liability and the obligation to compensate for damages.

Sample sentences:

He filed a lawsuit against his neighbor for trespassing, which is a tort.
The car accident led to a personal injury claim, as it involved a tort committed by the negligent driver.
In cases of defamation, a tort can occur due to false statements and damage to someone's reputation.

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