tort

/tɔːrt/
noun
  1. A wrongful act or injury for which a civil lawsuit can be brought, other than a breach of contract.
    • The company was found liable for the tort of defamation after spreading false rumors.
    • Law students study tort law to learn about personal injury cases.
    • If someone hits you with their car, you can sue them for the tort of negligence.
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