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The correct spelling is damages.
How to pronounce damages
/ˈdæmɪdʒɪz/
verbIPA: /ˈdæmɪdʒɪz/
Say it like: Dam-aje-s
The correct spelling is damages. To impair the soundness, goodness, or value of; to harm or cause destruction. For example: "Be careful not to damage any of the fragile items while unpacking them."
Usage Examples
“Be careful not to damage any of the fragile items while unpacking them.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To impair the soundness, goodness, or value of; to harm or cause destruction.
- 2.To undergo damage.
noun
- 1.The money paid or awarded to a claimant (in England), a pursuer (in Scotland) or a plaintiff (in the US) in a civil action as compensation for a loss suffered by the same.
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