Dictionary Entry
casualty
nounFind the meaning of the word casualty, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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A person killed or injured in a war, accident, or other event, or something that is lost or destroyed.
Example Sentence
The accident resulted in several casualties, with many people injured and some vehicles completely destroyed.
Usage Note
Used to describe people or things that are harmed, lost, or destroyed in an event like a war, accident, or disaster. It highlights the negative impact and loss.