Context
/ˈkɒn.tɛkst/
Definitions
- (n.) The circumstances or setting surrounding a legal fact or event that help determine its meaning or effect.
The court considered the context of the contract before deciding on its enforceability.
- (n.) The textual environment in which a word, phrase, or clause appears, influencing its interpretation.
The judge interpreted the statute within the context of existing case law.
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In legal drafting, precise context can clarify intent and prevent ambiguity.
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