Boldface

/ˈboʊldˌfeɪs/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Typeface with thick, heavy strokes used to emphasize text, especially in legal documents to highlight important terms or sections.
    The contract's key provisions were printed in boldface to ensure clarity and prominence.

Commentary

Boldface is frequently employed in legal drafting to draw attention to defined terms or critical clauses, aiding precision and reader navigation.

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