Broad
/brɔːd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having wide scope or extent in legal interpretation or effect.
The contract includes a broad indemnity clause covering multiple liabilities.
- (adj.) Not limited or restrictive; general in application especially in statutes or legal rules.
The statute uses broad language to encompass various types of conduct.
Forms
- broad
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Commentary
In legal drafting, using 'broad' language can increase inclusiveness but may reduce precision, potentially leading to ambiguity.
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