Calendar
/ˈkæl.ən.dər/
Definitions
- (n.) A system of reckoning time by days, weeks, months, or years, used to set deadlines and schedule events in legal contexts.
The contract specifies a 30-day period according to the calendar.
- (n.) A schedule of events or deadlines in legal proceedings.
The court calendar shows the dates for upcoming hearings.
Forms
- calendars
Related terms
Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying 'calendar days' clarifies that all days, including weekends and holidays, are counted unless otherwise stated.
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