Assignation

/ˌæsɪɡˈneɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The act of transferring rights or property to another party.
    The assignation of the lease was completed yesterday.
  2. (n.) A secret meeting, especially one of a romantic nature.
    They arranged a midnight assignation in the garden.

Forms

  • assignations

Commentary

In legal contexts, 'assignation' often refers to transferring rights; be sure to clarify distinction from general 'assignment'.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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