Metric
/ˈmɛtrɪk/
Definitions
- (n.) A standard of measurement used to assess, compare, and track performance or other quantifiable attributes.
Efficiency is often evaluated using specific metrics in the contract.
- (adj.) Relating to a system or standard of measurement.
The parties agreed on metric units for all dimensions specified in the agreement.
Forms
- metrics
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying the exact metric prevents ambiguity in performance criteria or compliance standards.
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