Dominance
/ˈdɒmɪnəns/
Definitions
- (n.) The power or influence one party holds over another in a legal context, often referring to control in contracts or market situations.
The company's dominance in the market raised antitrust concerns.
- (n.) In property law, the right of one estate to exert control over another, such as in easements (dominant estate).
The dominance of the easement holder allowed access across the servient estate.
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Commentary
Often used to describe controlling influence, particularly in antitrust law and property easements; precision in context is important.
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