Presuming
/prɪˈzjuːmɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. (gerund)) Act of assuming something is true without proof for legal or procedural purposes.
Presuming the defendant’s consent, the court proceeded with the hearing.
Forms
- presume
- presumed
- presumes
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'presuming' often relates to situations where a fact is accepted as true unless disproved; careful drafting distinguishes it from conclusive proof.
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