tort
tort
noun \ˈtȯrt\Definition of TORT
: a wrongful act other than a breach of contract for which relief may be obtained in the form of damages or an injunction
Origin of TORT
Middle English, injury, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin tortum, from Latin, neuter of tortus twisted, from past participle of torquēre
First Known Use: 1586
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