Harmonized
/ˈhɑːrmənaɪzd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Made consistent or uniform across different legal systems or documents to reduce conflicts or discrepancies.
The harmonized regulations ensure smoother international trade compliance.
- (v.) (past participle) Brought into agreement or accord, especially in the context of laws or standards.
The new laws were harmonized to conform with international treaties.
Forms
- harmonize
- harmonizes
- harmonizing
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Commentary
Commonly used in legislative drafting and international agreements to denote alignment or unification of standards and rules.
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