Waiver
(noun)
- An act of officially giving up a right, claim, or privilege, especially in writing.
- An official statement or document acknowledging that a right, claim, or privilege has been given up.
- A decision not to insist on or enforce the use of a right, claim, or privilege.
Origin:
Late middle english: from old northern french waiver, from waiveir "give up" (see waive).
Examples:
- She signed a waiver before participating in the skydiving experience.
- The company required a waiver for employees who wanted to opt out of health insurance.
- The waiver was necessary for the team to play in the tournament.
- The waiver of his rights was not legally binding.
- The school offered a waiver for students who couldn't afford the school trip.