victim

1. victim (noun) — sense 1

Definition: One that is harmed—killed, injured, subjected to oppression, deceit, or otherwise adversely affected—by someone or something, especially another person or event, force, or condition; in particular

Example: The victim of the robbery gave a detailed statement.

2. victim (noun) — sense 2

Definition: One that is harmed—killed, injured, subjected to oppression, deceit, or otherwise adversely affected—by someone or something, especially another person or event, force, or condition; in particular:: One who is harmed or killed by a crime or scam.

Example: victims of assault; the murderer's victims

3. victim (noun) — sense 3

Definition: One that is harmed—killed, injured, subjected to oppression, deceit, or otherwise adversely affected—by someone or something, especially another person or event, force, or condition; in particular:: One who is harmed or killed by an accident or illness.

Example: a fundraiser for victims of AIDS; a victim of a car crash

4. victim (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To make (something) a victim (especially of a ritual sacrifice); to victimize.