# Harberger triangle

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A graphical representation of the deadweight loss (as measured on a supply and demand graph) in the trade of a given product or service caused by market failure or government failure.

## Etymology
Named after Arnold Harberger (born 1924), American economist.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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