FinnHun Finnish-Hungarian-English on-line dictionary and thesaurus

n The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable.

n A duty, obligation or liability for which someone is held accountable.

n (military) The obligation to carry forward an assigned task to a successful conclusion. With responsibility goes authority to direct and take the necessary action to ensure success. (JP 1-02 Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms).

n (military) The obligation for the proper custody, care, and safekeeping of property or funds entrusted to the possession or supervision of an individual. (JP 1-02 Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms).