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Meaning of 'detriment' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Detriment [ n.]
- That which injures or causes damage; mischief; harm; diminution; loss; damage; -- used very generically; as, detriments to property, religion, morals, etc.
- A charge made to students and barristers for incidental repairs of the rooms they occupy.
2 . Detriment [ v. t.]
- To do injury to; to hurt.

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