Handover
/ˈhændˌoʊvər/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of transferring control, responsibility, or possession from one party to another.
The handover of the property was completed on the agreed date.
- (v.) To transfer control or responsibility to another party.
The officer handed over the documents to the successor.
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Commentary
Used commonly in agreements to specify the point at which duties or rights pass; precise timing and conditions should be clearly defined.
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