noun
compensation for damages; restitution; indemnity
Legal and formal term for monetary or other compensation for harm or loss. Often used in phrases like 損害賠償を請求する (to claim damages).
事故の被害者が会社に損害賠償を求めた。
The accident victim sought compensation from the company.
裁判所は被告に損害賠償の支払いを命じた。
The court ordered the defendant to pay damages.