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Etymology of Responsibility

Noun:

1. Sense 1: The etymology of responsibility refers to the origin or history of the word "responsibility" itself. It explores the linguistic journey and evolution of this concept.

Sample Sentence: The etymology of responsibility reveals its Latin roots, derived from the word "responsum," meaning "answerable."

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Noun:

1. Sense 2: The local etymology of responsibility focuses on how the concept of responsibility is understood and defined within a specific region or community.

Sample Sentence: The local etymology of responsibility in this small village places a great emphasis on communal duties and obligations.

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