Designed
/dɪˈzaɪnd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Intentionally planned or created, especially with a specific legal purpose or effect.
The contract included a designed clause to prevent early termination.
- (v.) Past tense and past participle of design, meaning to plan or intend the structure or arrangement of.
The parties designed the agreement to comply with regulatory requirements.
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Commentary
As past tense of the verb 'design,' refer to 'design' for substantive legal definitions; as an adjective, highlights intentionality relevant to legal interpretation.
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