Minor
/ˈmaɪnər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person under the legal age of majority.
The minor must have a guardian to sign the contract.
- (adj.) Relating to someone not legally an adult; underage.
Minor children require parental consent for medical treatment.
Forms
- minors
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Commentary
Used primarily to denote legal incapacity to enter contracts or consent without parental approval; contextually important in criminal and contract law.
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