Definition

A statement that denies responsibility or connection to something, often used to protect against legal claims.

Example

The company included a disclaimer in the contract to clarify that they were not liable for any damages.

Conversation

Did you see the disclaimer at the end of that video?

Yeah, I did. It was pretty funny how serious they made it sound.

I know, right? It’s like they really wanted to cover their backs.

Exactly! Sometimes those disclaimers just make things more entertaining.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disclaimer → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "claim" (from Latin "clamare", meaning to call out or declare). The word refers to a statement that separates or distances oneself from responsibility or liability by declaring it.

Memory Tip

Think of a statement that 'declares' ('claim') something 'apart' ('dis-') from responsibility — that's what a disclaimer does.

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