liable
|li/a/ble|
B2
/ˈlaɪəbl/
responsible or likely
Etymology
Etymology Information
'liable' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'lier,' where 'lier' meant 'to bind.'
Historical Evolution
'lier' transformed into the Middle English word 'liable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'liable.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bind or tie,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'responsible or likely.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
legally responsible for something.
The company is liable for any damages caused by its products.
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Adjective 2
likely to do or to be something.
He is liable to forget names.
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