Exclusive Contract

/ɪkˈskluːsɪv ˈkɒntrækt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contract granting rights or privileges to one party to the exclusion of others.
    The company secured an exclusive contract to supply all the local schools with textbooks.
  2. (n.) An agreement that prohibits one party from engaging in similar agreements with competitors during its term.
    The athlete signed an exclusive contract keeping him from endorsing rival brands.

Forms

  • exclusive contract
  • exclusive contracts

Commentary

Exclusive contracts often contain clauses specifying the scope and duration of exclusivity to prevent disputes over interpretation.

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