Properness
/ˈprɑːpərnəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality or state of being proper, appropriate, or suitable according to law or established rules.
The court emphasized the properness of the procedure before proceeding.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, properness often relates to adherence to prescribed procedures or formal requirements.
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