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negligence

Pronunciation: /ˈnɛglɪdʒ(ə)ns/

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Definition of negligence

noun

[mass noun]
  • failure to take proper care over something:his injury was due to the negligence of his employers
  • Law breach of a duty of care which results in damage.

Origin:

Middle English: via Old French from Latin negligentia, from the verb negligere (variant of neglegere 'disregard, slight': see neglect)

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