Hyphenation
/ˌhaɪfəˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The use of a hyphen to join words or split a word across lines in legal documents to ensure clarity and prevent ambiguity.
Proper hyphenation in the contract prevented misinterpretation of the clause.
Forms
- hyphenation
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Commentary
Hyphenation in legal texts is crucial for maintaining precise meaning and avoiding ambiguity, especially in contracts and statutes.
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