Consummation
/kənˌsʌməˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of completing a contract or agreement, making it legally effective.
The consummation of the contract occurred once both parties signed the document.
- (n.) The completion of a marriage by sexual intercourse.
The couple's marriage was not legally binding until its consummation.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specify the context of consummation to avoid ambiguity between contractual and marital meanings.
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