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negligence definition
neg·li·gence (neg′lə jəns)
noun
- the quality or condition of being negligent; specif.,
- habitual failure to do the required thing
- carelessness in manner or appearance; indifference
- an instance of such failure, carelessness, or indifference
- Law failure to use a reasonable amount of care when such failure results in injury or damage to another
Etymology: ME neglygence < OFr négligence < L negligentia
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