Incompatibility

/ˌɪnkəmˌpætəˈbɪləti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The condition of two or more things being unable to coexist or work together without conflict.
    The incompatibility of the contract clauses led to legal disputes.
  2. (n.) The lack of harmony or agreement between two legal provisions or parties.
    Incompatibility between the laws caused confusion in enforcement.

Commentary

In legal drafting, identify incompatibility to resolve conflicts between provisions or agreements.

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