Objectives
/əbˈdʒɛktɪvz/
Definitions
- (n.) Specific goals or purposes that a party aims to achieve, often stated in legal documents such as contracts or trust instruments.
The trust's objectives include providing education funding for beneficiaries.
Forms
- objective
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Commentary
Objectives in legal contexts are typically explicitly stated to clarify intent and guide performance; precise wording is essential to avoid ambiguity.
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