Meaning Of The Word Tort

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Tort Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Tort?

tort
variable noun: A tort is something that you do or fail to do which harms someone else and for which you can be sued for damages.

tort in American English
a wrongful act, injury, or damage (not involving a breach of contract), for which a civil action can be brought
noun: a wrongful act, not including a breach of contract or trust, that results in injury to another's person, property, reputation, or the like, and for which the injured party is entitled to compensation

tort in British English
noun: a civil wrong arising from an act or failure to act, independently of any contract, for which an action for personal injury or property damages may be brought

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