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Wound

usgb/wuːnd/Volume
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Physical HarmPlay
Focuses on actual injuries to bodies or objects. SlideShe wound the cat's paw with a bandage.
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Intent MattersPlay
The seriousness depends on whether injury was purposeful or accidental. SlideHe didn't mean to wound his brother with the toy.
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Figurative UsePlay
Can metaphorically apply to non-physical actions that cause damage. SlideTheir neglect wound the reputation of the company.