Definitions
v. To injure someone severely, causing lasting damage to their body.
使重伤致残
Example
This machine could maim someone without its safety guard.
这台机器若没有安全防护装置，可能会使人重伤致残。
Strict workplace inspections are essential because unguarded machinery can maim workers and leave them with lifelong disabilities.
严格的工作场所检查至关重要，因为缺乏防护的机器可能使工人重伤，并造成终身残疾。
Collocations
- maim workers
- maimed in an accident
Word family
- maimed (adj.)
Usage tip
比injure严重，强调造成永久性身体损伤。
FAQ
- What does maim mean?
- To injure someone severely, causing lasting damage to their body.
- How is maim pronounced?
- UK /meɪm/, US /meɪm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
