Notations

/ˌnoʊteɪˈʃənz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Symbols or marks added to a legal document to explain, classify, or record details about its contents or interpretation.
    The contract included several notations in the margins for clarification.

Forms

  • notation

Commentary

In legal drafting, notations often serve to clarify or highlight particular provisions without altering the main text.

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