Flow
/flō/
Definitions
- (n.) The continuous and smooth movement or transfer of something, such as data, goods, or liquids, within a system or process.
The flow of information must be regulated to ensure security.
- (v.) To move steadily and continuously in a particular direction, often referring to liquids or abstract entities like data or funds.
Funds flow from the buyer to the seller upon contract execution.
Forms
- flows
- flowed
- flowing
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'flow' often pertains to terms describing movement of rights, funds, or information and should be specified clearly to avoid ambiguity.
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