Contract Execution

/ˈkɒn.trækt ˌɛk.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The process of formally signing or otherwise adopting a contract, thereby making it legally binding and operative.
    Both parties attended the contract execution ceremony to finalize the agreement.

Forms

  • contract execution

Commentary

Contract execution emphasizes the formal act that validates a contract, which is distinct from its negotiation or performance stages.

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