Acronyms
/ˈæk.rə.nɪmz/
Definitions
- (n.) Abbreviations formed from the initial letters of words in a phrase, commonly used to simplify legal documents and terminology.
The contract included several acronyms to streamline complex legal terms.
Forms
- acronym
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Commentary
In legal drafting, acronyms enhance clarity and brevity but should be defined upon first use to avoid ambiguity.
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