Correction
/kəˈrɛkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of remedying an error or fault in a legal document or statement.
The correction of the contract clarified the ambiguous terms.
- (n.) A formal amendment or alteration made to a legal record or proceeding.
The clerk made a correction to the court record to ensure accuracy.
Forms
- corrections
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Commentary
Corrections in legal contexts often require formal documentation to maintain the integrity of the record.
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