Abandonment
/æbˈændənmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The voluntary relinquishment of a known right, claim, or property without intending to reclaim it.
The tenant's abandonment of the premises was considered a breach of the lease.
- (n.) The act of deserting a person, cause, or organization without support or notification.
The company’s sudden abandonment of its duties led to legal repercussions.
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Commentary
Abandonment denotes an intentional and voluntary giving up of rights or property; clarity on intent is critical in legal contexts.
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