damage control
The English word “damage control” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- The limiting of damage resulting from an action when damage cannot be avoided.
- A department or group, as aboard a naval vessel, responsible for taking action to control damage caused by fire, collision, etc.
- Any efforts, as by a company or organization, to curtail losses, counteract unfavorable publicity, etc.
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