Plural
/ˈplʊrəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Denoting more than one person or thing; used to indicate multiplicity in legal documents.
The plural form of 'party' is often used in contracts to cover multiple entities.
- (n.) A grammatical number indicating more than one; relevant in legal drafting to ensure clarity in terms of parties or items.
Use the plural to clearly specify all involved parties in the agreement.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, the use of plural forms must be precise to avoid ambiguity, particularly when defining parties or obligations.
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