exempt

US /ɪɡˈzɛmpt/

UK /ɪɡ'zempt/

B1

adjective

  • Released from some duty that others have to do
  • (Tax) Not needed to pay
  • Not subject to a duty or obligation; free from a requirement that others are subject to.

other

  • To free (a person or organization) from an obligation or liability imposed on others.

noun

  • A person or thing that is exempt.