Vandalism refers to the act of intentionally damaging or destroying property, often through graffiti or other forms of defacement.
Imagine you have a beautiful canvas that someone decides to spray paint all over without permission. That's vandalism - it ruins something that was once pristine and valuable.
Graffiti: The act of writing or drawing on public surfaces, often considered a form of artistic expression.
Tagging: Leaving one's signature or mark in the form of graffiti on various surfaces.
Property damage: Any harm caused to someone else's belongings, whether intentional or accidental.
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