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ACCOUNT'ABLE, a.

1. Liable to be called to account; answerable to a superior.

Every man is accountable to God for his conduct.

2. Subject to pay, or make good, in case of loss. A sheriff is accountable, as bailiff and receiver of goods.

Accountable for, that may be explained. [Not elegant.]

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