Definition of maim

exculpate Definition: (verb) to free from blame or guilt. Petersons.com

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maim    (mm) KEY  

TRANSITIVE VERB:
maimed , maim·ing , maims

1. To disable or disfigure, usually by depriving of the use of a limb or other part of the body. See Synonyms at batter ¹.
2. To make imperfect or defective; impair.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English maimen, from Old French mahaignier ; see mayhem

OTHER FORMS:
maimer (Noun)

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