negligence
/ˈnɛɡlɪd͡ʒəns/
negligence
English
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Definition
The state of being negligent.
Etymology
From Middle English necligence, negligence, from Old French negligence, from Latin neglegentia.
Example Sentences
- "negligence while driving"
- "The Woodwalton signalman, Rose, who was severely censured in Captain Tyler's report, behaved with great negligence."
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