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caveat emptor

/ˈkæviæt ˈɛmptɔːr/

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phrase

/ˈkæviæt ˈɛmptɔːr/C1formallegal
  • ruЛатинское выражение, означающее «пусть покупатель будет бдителен», используемое для указания на то, что покупатель сам отвечает за проверку качества и пригодности товаров перед покупкой, а продавец не несёт ответственности за дефекты.

A Latin phrase meaning 'let the buyer beware,' used to indicate that the buyer is responsible for checking the quality and suitability of goods before purchase, and that the seller is not liable for defects.

  1. Buyer BewareC1formal

    A principle in commerce that the buyer is responsible for checking the quality and suitability of goods before purchase.

    ruПокупатель, будь бдителен

    • The seller refused a refund, citing caveat emptor.
    • In many second-hand markets, the rule of caveat emptor applies.
    • Before buying a used car, remember caveat emptor and inspect it thoroughly.