maimed; maiming; maims
Definition of maim
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously
2
: to commit the felony of mayhem upon
maim
nounDefinition of maim (Entry 2 of 2)
1
obsolete
: serious physical injury
especially
: loss of a member of the body
2
obsolete
: a serious loss
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