Exegesis
/ˌek-suh-JEE-sis/
Definitions
- (n.) A critical explanation or interpretation of a legal text, statute, or document.
The lawyer’s exegesis of the statute revealed its intended legislative purpose.
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Commentary
Exegesis in legal contexts emphasizes detailed textual analysis to ascertain original meaning, often guiding judicial interpretation.
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