n. [ F. négligence, L. negligentia. ] The quality or state of being negligent; lack of due diligence or care; omission of duty; habitual neglect; heedlessness. [ 1913 Webster ]
remarking his beauties, . . . I must also point out his negligences and defects. Blair. [ 1913 Webster ]
Contributory negligence.
a. [ F. négligent, L. negligens, p. pr. of negligere. See Neglect. ] Apt to neglect; customarily neglectful; characterized by negligence; careless; heedless; culpably careless; showing lack of attention;
He that thinks he can afford to be negligent is not far from being poor. Rambler. [ 1913 Webster ]
adv. In a negligent manner. [ 1913 Webster ]