liability

//ˌlaɪəˈbɪləti//
C1Frequency Level 8Formal
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Noun

liabilitySingular
liabilitiesPlural
1

The state of being legally responsible for something, especially for paying debts or fulfilling obligations

The company accepted full liability for the damages caused by the defective product.

2

A financial debt or obligation that a person or company owes

The company's liabilities exceeded its assets.

3

A person or thing that causes problems or difficulties; a disadvantage or burden

His lack of experience made him a liability to the team.

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