Barriers
Definitions
- (n.) Physical or legal obstacles that prevent or hinder access, progress, or compliance in legal contexts.
The court examined the barriers to effective contract enforcement.
Forms
- barrier (singular)
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Commentary
Often used in plural form to discuss multiple impediments; clarity in specifying physical versus legal barriers improves drafting precision.
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