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Meaning of ad damnum in English:

ad damnum

Pronunciation /ˌad ˈdamnəm/

adverb

rare Law

  • With respect to the harm or loss suffered by the plaintiff.

noun

Law

  • The sum of money claimed in compensation for the harm or loss suffered by the plaintiff.

Origin

Mid 17th century. From post-classical Latin ad damnum to the harm from classical Latin ad to + damnum harm, damage.