Original Document
/ˈɒrɪdʒɪnəl ˈdɒkjʊmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The first or primary legal document from which all copies or reproductions are made; often required as authentic evidence in legal proceedings.
The court requested the original document to verify the signatures.
Forms
- original documents
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Commentary
In legal contexts, original documents carry evidentiary weight and are distinct from copies or duplicates; specifying 'original' is crucial in disputes over document authenticity.
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