Burdening
/ˈbərdənɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v.) The act of imposing a legal obligation, duty, or liability on a party or property.
The contract is burdening the seller with additional warranty responsibilities.
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Commentary
'Burdening' is often used in legal contexts to describe the imposition of obligations or encumbrances, notably in property law and contract law.
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