Happening

/ˈhæpənɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An event or occurrence, often referred to in property or entertainment law as a type of artistic performance or public event.
    The contract specified the dates for the public happening.

Forms

  • happenings

Commentary

In legal contexts, ‘happening’ often denotes a planned or spontaneous event relevant to contracts or intellectual property, especially within arts and entertainment law.

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