Aggregate
/ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡət/
Definitions
- (n.) A total or sum formed by combining several amounts or items.
The aggregate of all expenses exceeded the budget.
- (v.) To collect or gather into a whole or total.
The data was aggregated from multiple sources.
- (adj.) Formed or calculated by the combination of many separate units or items; collective.
The aggregate sales figures showed significant growth.
Forms
- aggregates
- aggregated
- aggregating
Related terms
Commentary
In legal drafting, use 'aggregate' to refer precisely to combined totals or collective amounts, ensuring clarity when multiple items are summed or combined.
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