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    onus

    onus - Dictionary definition and meaning for word onus

    Definition
    (noun) an onerous or difficult concern
    Synonyms : burden , encumbrance , incumbrance , load
    Example Sentence
    • the burden of responsibility
    • that's a load off my mind
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for onus

ON-US you are ON US ie. you are a BURDEN on me.

The patient cut his nas, onus is on the nurse

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Onus also means "blame". Remember whatever wrong happens in this world the BLAME GOES ON U.S(United States). Blame = onUS(onus)

onus sounds like owner.. he is always responsible

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