Heed
/hiːd/
Definitions
- (v.) To pay careful attention to advice, warnings, or legal instructions.
The court emphasized the need to heed the statutory requirements strictly.
Forms
- heeds
- heeding
- heeded
Related terms
See also
Commentary
In legal drafting, 'heed' underscores the importance of attentiveness to rules or advice, often to indicate an obligation to follow or consider legal mandates carefully.
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.