Grants

/ˈɡrænts/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Formal legal instruments conveying a right, property, or interest from one party to another.
    The landlord issued grants of leasehold interests to the tenants.
  2. (v.) Third-person singular present tense of grant.
    The court grants the motion to dismiss.

Forms

  • grant

Commentary

As a noun, 'grants' typically refer to legal instruments effecting a transfer of rights or property; as a verb form, it is simply the third-person present tense of 'grant.'

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

Draft confidently with Amicus

Create, negotiate, and sign agreements in one secure workspace—invite collaborators, track revisions, and keep audit-ready records automatically.

Open the Amicus app