1. (v. t.) To censure; to express disapprobation of; to find fault with; to reproach.

2. (v. t.) To bring reproach upon; to blemish.

3. (n.) An expression of disapprobation fir something deemed to be wrong; imputation of fault; censure.

4. (v.) That which is deserving of censure or disapprobation; culpability; fault; crime; sin.

5. (v.) Hurt; injury.

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