Includes
/ɪnˈkluːdz/
Definitions
- (v.) To contain or comprise as part of a whole, often used in legal documents to specify included items or concepts.
The contract includes provisions for arbitration in case of dispute.
Forms
- include
- included
- including
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'includes' is often interpreted as non-exhaustive, implying examples, not an exclusive list.
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