Date
/ˈdeɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A specific point or day in the calendar.
Please write the date on the contract.
- (v.) To assign a particular date to a document or event.
The letter was dated May 1, 2023.
- (v.) To determine or indicate the age or time period of something.
The artifact was dated to the 18th century.
Forms
- dating
- dat
- dates
- dated
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Commentary
In legal documents, the 'date' serves as a reference point for obligations and rights; precision is crucial to avoid disputes.
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