Constitute
/ˈkɒnstɪˌtjuːt/
Definitions
- (v.) To be a part or element of a whole.
These documents constitute the entire agreement.
- (v.) To establish or give legal form to something.
The act constitutes a violation of the law.
Forms
- constitutes
- constituted
- constituting
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Commentary
Often used in legal drafting to define what elements collectively create a legal entity or effect.
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