Connotations
/ˌkɒnəˈteɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Implied or suggested meanings and associations attached to a legal term beyond its explicit definition.
The connotations of 'due process' evoke fairness and legal safeguards beyond the literal text.
Forms
- connotation
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Commentary
In legal drafting, recognizing connotations helps avoid unintended biases or implications in contract or statutory language.
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