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Word of the Day Saturday, May 15, 2027

onus

/ɒnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does onus mean?

noun

A burden or responsibility, especially one that is considered unfair or difficult to bear. A point of contention or a source of guilt.

Example

"The company placed the onus on the employee to complete the project within the given timeframe."

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

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