Common
/ˈkɒmən/
Definitions
- (adj.) Belonging to or shared by two or more parties.
The contract outlined the common obligations of both companies.
- (adj.) Widely known, usual, or ordinary in nature.
Common law evolves through judicial decisions over time.
Forms
- commons
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'common' often pertains to rights or property held jointly or generally accepted principles.
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