Love
/ˈlʌv/
Definitions
- (n.) A profound and caring affection recognized in family law as a basis for certain legal obligations and rights, such as custody and alimony.
The court considered the best interests of the child, evaluating the parents’ love and care.
- (n.) In contract law, an informal term for something given as a nominal or symbolic consideration to validate a contract despite absence of substantial economic value.
The contract was supported by love, a nominal consideration to satisfy legal requirements.
Forms
- loves
- loved
- loving
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'love' often underlies foundational family law principles and occasionally appears metaphorically in contract consideration discussions; use precise terms like 'consideration' for clarity in contracts.
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