Dischargeable
/dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒəbl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Capable of being relieved from a legal obligation or debt, especially through bankruptcy.
Certain debts are dischargeable in bankruptcy, freeing the debtor from repayment.
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In legal drafting, specify the conditions under which an obligation is dischargeable to avoid ambiguity.
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