Attached
/əˈtætʃt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Legally fixed or fastened to something else, especially property or documents.
The security interest is attached to the collateral once value is given.
- (v. (past participle)) Past participle of attach, meaning to fasten or link legally or physically.
The document was attached to the original contract for reference.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'attached' often signals the point at which rights or interests become effective; clarity about what is attached and how is essential.
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