Legal Foundation
/ˈliːɡəl faʊnˈdeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A basic legal principle, statute, case, or rule upon which laws or legal arguments are founded.
The legal foundation of the contract was established by precedent.
- (n.) The underlying authority or basis that justifies the enactment or application of a law or legal rule.
The court examined the legal foundation for the new regulation.
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Commentary
Often used to denote the authoritative source or reason that supports a legal claim or norm; clarity in identifying the exact foundation can aid in persuasive legal writing.
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