Ejection
/ɪˈdʒɛkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of forcibly removing a person from property, premises, or a place, often under legal authority.
The landlord initiated an ejection of the tenant for nonpayment of rent.
- (n.) In patent law, the removal of a device or component from its operational state, specifically referring to patent claim terminology regarding mechanism.
The patent described a mechanism for the ejection of the cartridge after use.
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Commentary
Ejection is distinct from eviction, which specifically refers to landlord-tenant disputes; drafting should clarify the context to avoid confusion.
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