neamartach — meaning in English
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English meaning
- careless adjective Not paying enough attention, so that mistakes or accidents happen.
- lax adj Not strict or careful; loose in standards or discipline.
- neglectful adj Tending to neglect; failing to take care of matters which require attention; forgetful.
Senses
neamartach is used for these senses in English:
- careless Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
- lax Lenient and allowing for deviation; not strict.
- neglectful Tending to neglect; failing to take care of matters which require attention; forgetful.
lax — full definition
- adj Not strict or careful; loose in standards or discipline.
- adj Not tight or firmly stretched; loose.