Anonymous

/əˈnɒnɪməs/

Definitions

  1. (adj.) Not identified by name; of unknown or withheld authorship or ownership, especially in legal documents or communications.
    The anonymous tip led the police to investigate the suspect.

Commentary

In legal drafting, specifying 'anonymous' status must clarify circumstances under which identity is protected or unknown, balancing transparency and privacy.

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