Amending
/əˈmɛn.dɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. (gerund)) The act of making changes to a legal document, statute, or contract to improve, clarify, or update it.
The committee is responsible for amending the draft legislation before the vote.
Forms
- amend
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Commentary
Amending typically involves formal procedures; ensure clear reference to the original document changed to avoid ambiguity.
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