English
Etymology
rfe
Pronunciation
Rhymes: Rhymes:English:-eɪv�(r)|-eɪv�(r)
Homophones
waver
Noun
en-noun
wikipedia
#The act of waiving, or not insisting on, some right, claim, or privilege.
#lawA legal document releasing some requirement, such as waiving a right (giving it up) or a waiver of liability (agreeing to hold someone blameless). Also used for such a form even before it is filled out and signed.
#:I had to sign a waiver when I went skydiving, agreeing not to sue even if something went wrong.
#Something that releases a person from a requirement.
#:I needed a waiver from the department head to take the course because I didn't technically have the prerequisite courses.
#:I needed a waiver from the zoning board for the house because the lot was so small, but they let me build because it was next to the park.
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