maim

verb/ɐlɐjˈjaɾ/low

a·lei·jar

Definition

To injure someone severely, especially causing permanent disability or disfigurement.

The wild animal attack maimed the hunter.

The accident maimed him for life.

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ant

Common collocations

maim permanentlymaim severelymaim a person

Possivelmente do latim 'lædere' (ferir) com prefixo 'a-', ou influência do galego-português.