Contract Law

Caveat Emptor

/ KAV-ee-at EMP-tor /

Definition

Buyer beware; the buyer assumes risk in a transaction.

Used in Context

“Caveat emptor applies to sales of used goods at auction.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: let the buyer beware

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