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onus

/ˈəʊ.nəs/

/ˈoʊ.nəs/

Translations

onusnoun

onuses

/ˈəʊ.nəs/

/ˈoʊ.nəs/

The onus of proof lies with the prosecution.

Бремя доказательства лежит на стороне обвинения.

The onus is on the manager to ensure the project is completed on time.

Ответственность за своевременное завершение проекта лежит на менеджере.

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Synonyms

onusnoun

A difficult or disagreeable responsibility or duty that someone is obliged to bear.

The onus is on parents to teach their children good manners.

(Law) The burden of proof in a legal proceeding.

In criminal trials, the onus of proof is on the prosecution.

Responsibility or blame for a mistake, fault, or wrongdoing.

The onus for the accident lies with the driver.