Breach
/briːtʃ/
Definitions
- (n.) The violation or infraction of a law, duty, or other form of obligation, either by act or omission.
The company was sued for a breach of contract.
- (v.) To violate a law, duty, or other obligation.
The party breached the confidentiality agreement.
Forms
- breaches
- breaching
- breached
Related terms
Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish between 'breach' as a wrongful act (n.) and the act of committing it (v.).
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