Injure/ˈɪndʒər/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Physical Harm Used when talking about bodily harm, whether minor or severe. He injured his leg during the hike. Pro Tip 2/3Accident Emphasis Often paired with 'accidentally' to stress unintended physical harm. She accidentally injured her hand with the knife. Pro Tip 3/3Severity Context Can describe varying levels of physical harm; context clarifies seriousness. The boxer was injured in the first round but continued to fight.