Appellations
/ˌæpəˈleɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Names or titles by which persons, things, or places are called, often used in legal contexts to denote formal designations.
The appellations on the deed must match those in the official records.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, precise use of appellations reduces ambiguity regarding identities of parties or entities.
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