disclaimer
UK: dɪsˈkleɪmə | US: dɪsˈkleɪmər
n. a statement that denies responsibility or affiliation
n. a legal notice renouncing claims or liabilities
n. a formal refusal to accept accountability
The word "disclaimer" originates from the combination of "dis-" (a Latin prefix meaning "opposite" or "away") and "claim" (from Old French clamer, meaning "to call or assert"). The suffix "-er" transforms the verb into a noun, denoting someone or something that performs the action. Historically, it evolved in legal contexts to describe formal rejections of responsibility, reflecting its literal meaning of "denying an assertion."
The website includes a disclaimer stating that the content is for informational purposes only.
She added a disclaimer to her email to clarify her personal views.
The contract’s disclaimer protected the company from liability.
Always read the disclaimer before using the software.
His speech began with a disclaimer about his lack of expertise on the topic.