Definitions for: Mayhem

[n] violent and needless disturbance
[n] the willful and unlawful crippling or mutilation of another person

Webster (1913) Definition: May"hem, n. [The same as maim. See Maim.] (Law)
The maiming of a person by depriving him of the use of any of
his members which are necessary for defense or protection.
See Maim.

Synonyms: havoc

See Also: crime, disturbance, law-breaking