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liability

lia·bi·lity

UK/laɪəˈbɪlɪti/ US/ˌlaɪʌˈbɪlɪti/ fairly common informal

noun

1.

the state of being legally obliged and responsible

3.

the quality of being something that holds you back

Antonyms

Origin

From liable + -ity.

Phrases

  • alternative liability
  • chancel repair liability
  • current liability
  • enterprise liability
  • imputed liability
  • liability insurance
  • limited liability
  • limited liability company

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