Equate
/ɪˈkweɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To consider or describe two things as equal or identical in value, function, or meaning.
The court equated the defendant's actions with negligence.
Forms
- equates
- equated
- equating
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Commentary
In legal drafting, be precise when using 'equate' to avoid implying exact equality where only similarity exists.
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