injury
UK: ˈɪndʒəri | US: ˈɪndʒəri
n. physical harm or damage to a person’s body
n. a violation of rights or legal wrong
n. an act that causes unfair treatment or loss
injury = in<not> + jur<law> + y<noun suffix>
- in (Latin prefix meaning "not" or "against")
- jur (from Latin jus/juris, meaning "law" or "right")
- y (noun-forming suffix indicating state or condition)
Etymology Origin:
The word "injury" originates from Latin injuria, combining in- (against) and jus (law/right). It originally meant "a wrong or injustice," reflecting harm done contrary to legal or moral rights. Over time, its meaning broadened to include physical harm. The root jur appears in related legal terms like "jurisdiction" and "jury," preserving its connection to law.
The athlete suffered a severe injury during the match.
The court awarded compensation for the financial injury caused by the breach of contract.
Ignoring safety protocols increases the risk of workplace injuries.
Emotional injury can be as debilitating as physical harm.
The new law aims to reduce injuries from industrial accidents.