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A principle, doctrine, influence, etc., which is harmful to character, morality, or the well-being of society; something which causes harm…
Law. Something harmful or offensive to the public or to a member of it, for which there is a legal remedy; spec. unlawful interference with an…
Law. = nuisance, n. 2a. Obsolete.