Imprinting
/ɪmˈprɪntɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal concept by which certain information or marks become permanently fixed on a medium or document, often used as evidence of authenticity or origin.
The imprinting of the seal on the contract confirmed its validity.
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In legal contexts, imprinting commonly refers to the application of marks or information that serve as proof of authenticity, distinct from biological or psychological meanings of the term.
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