Moving

/ˈmuːvɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (adj.) Relating to the act of changing location or residence, especially under a contract or legal obligation.
    The moving company was responsible for transporting the client's belongings safely.
  2. (n.) The act or process of changing place or residence, relevant in legal contexts such as contract terms and property law.
    The lease stipulates penalties for late notice of moving.
  3. (v.) Present participle of move, indicating the action of changing place, position, or residence in a legal context.
    She is moving her assets to another jurisdiction to mitigate tax liability.

Forms

  • move
  • moves
  • moved

Commentary

The term 'moving' commonly functions as a gerund or adjective in legal texts discussing change of residence or transfer of property; its base verb form 'move' contains the substantive definitions.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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