Meaning of onus in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈoʊnəs/

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  1. Noun

    onus

    Etymology

    mid 17th century: from Latin, literally ‘load or burden’

    Definitions

    1. an onerous or difficult concern

    Examples

    • « the burden of responsibility »
    • « that's a load off my mind »

    Derived terms

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