I.e.
/ˌaɪˈiː/
Definitions
- (adv.) That is; used to clarify or restate something in other words, often introducing an explanation or elaboration in legal writing.
The defendant, i.e., the person accused in the lawsuit, must appear in court.
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Commentary
Use sparingly in legal drafting to enhance clarity and avoid ambiguity; it introduces a restatement rather than a separate example.
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