Wordiyonegligence
🇬🇧 UK/'neɡlidʒəns/🇺🇸 US/'neglidʒәns/
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Definitions
n.
Failure to take proper care; lack of attention or responsibility, especially as a legal concept.
疏忽，粗心大意；（法律）过失
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.gross negligence重大过失
- 2.medical negligence医疗失误
- 3.criminal negligence刑事过失
Example Sentences
- 1.
The doctor was sued for negligence after the patient developed complications.
- 2.
Criminal negligence led to a fatal accident at the construction site.
- 3.
The company was fined for gross negligence in handling hazardous materials.