Drawback
/ˈdrɔːbæk/
Definitions
- (n.) A clause in a contract or law allowing the recovery of duties paid on imported goods if certain conditions are met.
The importer claimed a drawback on the duties paid for the returned goods.
- (n.) A disadvantage or negative feature of a legal agreement or situation.
One major drawback of the contract was the lack of a termination clause.
Forms
- drawback
- drawbacks
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Commentary
In legal drafting, ensure that drawback clauses clearly specify conditions for eligibility to avoid ambiguous claims.
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