Of
/ɒv/
Definitions
- (prep.) Expressing relationship, possession, or origin between two entities in legal contexts.
The title of the property is in the name of the defendant.
- (prep.) Indicating a partitive or specific subset within a whole, as in shares or portions.
She owns fifty percent of the company shares.
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Commentary
The preposition 'of' is fundamental in legal drafting to link entities, specify ownership, and define relationships; clarity in its use helps avoid ambiguity in legal documents.
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