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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

liability

/ˌlaɪəˈbɪlɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does liability mean?

noun

A person or thing that is responsible for a debt or financial obligation, or a potential source of financial loss or damage. A person or thing that is a cause of danger or risk.

Example

"The company's liability for the environmental damage was estimated to be in the millions."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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