disclaimer

noun

dis·​claim·​er dis-ˈklā-mər How to pronounce disclaimer (audio)
1
a
: a denial or disavowal of legal claim : relinquishment of or formal refusal to accept an interest or estate
b
: a writing that embodies a legal disclaimer
2

Examples of disclaimer in a Sentence

The documentary opens with a disclaimer that many of its scenes are “fictional re-creations” of real events. one brother filed a disclaimer, allowing all of the estate to go to his poorer siblings
Recent Examples on the Web Some health lawyers say such disclaimers aren’t enough. Matthew Perrone, Quartz, 22 Mar. 2024 But that disclaimer, its phrasing right out of the career politician’s playbook, also distills one of the book’s core tensions: Politics, in the memoir, encroaches on everything else. Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 19 Mar. 2024 The distinction between private conduct and state action turns on substance, not labels Barrett suggested that simple disclaimers could make a difference in the determination. Lauren Feiner, The Verge, 15 Mar. 2024 Many supplements include disclaimers on their products or websites that advise people to speak with their doctor before taking them, but even doctors don’t know what’s safe due to lack of regulation and testing. Katie Camero, USA TODAY, 14 Mar. 2024 The same site bears a disclaimer that notes the list includes protests not organized by Samidoun, and visitors are encouraged to submit details about events being organized in their respective countries. Dell Cameron, WIRED, 12 Mar. 2024 There also has to be a disclaimer or qualification to clearly communicate the level of scientific support to consumers. Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Ld, Verywell Health, 8 Mar. 2024 All three wireless carriers identified in AT&T's list of alternatives include disclaimers indicating that actual coverage may vary and is subject to change. Jon Brodkin, Ars Technica, 6 Feb. 2024 As a safeguard, employers can request that workers include a disclaimer on their personal social media pages that any views expressed on those platforms are their own, not those of their employer. Paige McGlauflin, Fortune, 4 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of disclaimer was in 1623

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“Disclaimer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disclaimer. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

disclaimer

noun
dis·​claim·​er dis-ˈklā-mər How to pronounce disclaimer (audio)
: an act of disclaiming : a statement that denies responsibility : denial

Legal Definition

disclaimer

noun
dis·​claim·​er dis-ˈklā-mər How to pronounce disclaimer (audio)
1
: a refusal or disavowal of something that one has a right to claim
specifically : a relinquishment or formal refusal to accept an interest or estate see also qualified disclaimer
2
: a denial of responsibility for a thing or act: as
a
: a negation or limitation of the rights under a warranty given by a seller to a buyer
b
: a denial of coverage by an insurance company
3
: a writing that embodies a disclaimer
Etymology

Anglo-French desclamer, from desclamer to disavow, deny, from Old French des-, prefix marking reversal + clamer to claim see claim

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