A "disclaimer" is a statement that denies responsibility or association with something. It is often used to clarify that a person or organization is not liable for any potential consequences or for the truths of certain statements. Disclaimers are commonly found in legal documents, product labels, and various forms of communication to protect the individual or entity from claims or misunderstandings.
The word "disclaimer" comes from the prefix "dis-" meaning "opposite of" or "apart", and "claim" which is derived from the Old French "clamer" meaning "to shout" or "proclaim". The combination conveys the meaning of rejecting a claim.