Coverage Period
/ˈkʌvərɪdʒ ˈpɪəriəd/
Definitions
- (n.) The fixed time span during which an insurance policy or legal agreement provides protection or benefits.
The policyholder must file claims within the coverage period to receive benefits.
Forms
- coverage period
- coverage periods
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Commentary
Common in insurance and contract law, this term specifies the temporal scope of protection, often critical for claim validation and enforcement of coverage rights.
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