What does MAIMS mean?

Parts of Speech

Maims is a verb.

Definitions

Maims means to wound or injure someone severely, often causing permanent damage.

Pronunciations

• US: /meɪmz/
• UK: /meɪmz/

Origin and Usage

The word maims has been in use since the 14th century and comes from the Old French word "mahaignier," which means to maim or mutilate. It is often used to describe the act of injuring someone in a way that causes permanent damage, such as the loss of a limb or an eye.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for maims include: injure, harm, damage, disable, mutilate, and wound.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words to maims include: maims, maist, maids, mails, and mains.

Example Sentences

• The car accident maimed her for life.
• The war maimed many soldiers, leaving them with permanent injuries.
• The dog attacked the child, maiming his face and hands.