Interpretation Clause

/ˌɪn.tə.prɪˈteɪ.ʃən klɔːz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contractual provision specifying how ambiguous or unclear terms in the contract should be understood and applied.
    The interpretation clause clarified how conflicting provisions within the agreement would be resolved.

Forms

  • interpretation clauses

Commentary

Interpretation clauses help prevent disputes by preemptively setting rules for construing contract language; drafting should aim for clarity and anticipate potential ambiguities.

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