pre-damage
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B2
/priː-ˈdæmɪdʒ/
state before harm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-damage' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'damage' meaning 'harm or injury'.
Historical Evolution
'pre-damage' combines the prefix 'pre-' with 'damage' to form a term used in modern English to describe the state before harm occurs.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'before harm or injury', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the condition or state of something before it has been damaged.
The insurance company assessed the pre-damage value of the car.
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Last updated: 2025/07/06 18:54