injury

/ˈɪn.dʒə.ɹi/noun

Physical harm done to the body of a person or animal.

Example sentences

“He missed the whole season because of a knee injury.”
“Wearing a helmet greatly reduces the risk of a serious head injury.”

Injuries happen to bodies; 'damage' happens to things. 'Add insult to injury' means make a bad situation worse.

Related words

woundDamage to the body, usually on the outside, such as a cut, stab, or tear.symptomA sign that shows something exists or is happening, especially something bad such as an illness.stomachThe organ inside the body where food is held and broken down after being swallowed.treatmentThe medical help given to someone who is sick or hurt.heartThe organ in your chest that pumps blood around your body, long regarded as the source of feelings.recoverTo return to good health or a normal state; to get back something that was lost.