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liable

英 ['laɪəb(ə)l] 美['laɪəbl]
  • adj. 有责任的,有义务的;应受罚的;有…倾向的;易…的

英英释意


1. at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant;
"he is apt to lose"
"she is liable to forget"
2. subject to legal action;
"liable to criminal charges"
3. (often followed by `to') likely to be affected with;
"liable to diabetes"
4. held legally responsible;
"men between the ages of 18 and 35 were liable for military service"