Disaster

Definition of Disaster

Dis`as´ter

n.	1.	An unpropitious or baleful aspect of a planet or star; malevolent influence of a heavenly body; hence, an ill portent. Disasters in the sun. - Shak.
	2.	An adverse or unfortunate event, esp. a sudden and extraordinary misfortune; a calamity; a serious mishap. But noble souls, through dust and heat, Rise from disaster and defeat The stronger. - Longfellow.
v. t.	1.	To blast by the influence of a baleful star.
	2.	To bring harm upon; to injure.

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