Lessening
/ˈles.ən.ɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A reduction, diminishment, or mitigation of a legal obligation, demand, or penalty.
The lessening of the penalty was granted due to mitigating circumstances.
Forms
- lessenings
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Commentary
Often appears in contexts involving reduction of damages, penalties, or obligations; commonly used in contract and tort law to describe mitigation of liabilities.
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