Constructions
/kənˈstrʌkʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Interpretations or explanations of statutes or legal documents by courts or legal authorities.
The court's constructions of the statute clarified its application.
- (n.) The act or process of building or assembling structures, relevant in construction law.
The constructions on the property must comply with zoning regulations.
Forms
- construction (singular)
Related terms
Commentary
In legal contexts, "constructions" often refers to judicial interpretation rather than the physical act of building; clarity depends on context.
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