Measurement
/ˈmɛʒərmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of determining the extent, quantity, or dimensions of something, often used in legal contexts such as property boundaries, damages, or compliance.
The measurement of the land was crucial to resolving the property dispute.
Forms
- measurements
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying the method and standards of measurement can prevent ambiguity in contracts or disputes.
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