Ordinariness

/ˌɔːrdɪˈnærɪnɪs/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The quality or state of being ordinary, usual, or customary, often used to assess reasonableness or common expectations in legal contexts.
    The court considered the ordinariness of the contract terms when determining enforceability.

Commentary

Ordinariness can influence legal interpretations where standards or common practices are evaluated, such as in contract or tort law.

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