Hereinafter

/ˌhɪərɪˈnæftər/

Definitions

  1. (adv.) In the following part of this document or text; used to introduce a term that will be used later.
    The party of the first part, hereinafter referred to as the 'Seller', agrees to deliver the goods.

Forms

  • hereinafter

Commentary

Often used in contracts to simplify references to parties or terms introduced earlier; helps avoid repetition and maintain clarity.

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