Extent
/ɪkˈstɛnt/
Definitions
- (n.) The scope, range, or degree to which a right, obligation, or condition applies or is enforceable within legal contexts.
The extent of the defendant’s liability was clearly outlined in the contract.
- (n.) The physical or territorial area covered by a legal instrument or jurisdiction.
The extent of the property included all land between the river and the highway.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarifying the extent of rights or obligations helps define responsibilities and limits precisely to avoid ambiguity.
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