Proportion
/prəˈpɔːrʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole.
The proportion of votes in favor was overwhelming.
- (n.) The relationship between two quantities expressed as a ratio.
The contract specified the proportion of payment to completion.
Forms
- proportions
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'proportion' often indicates an allocation or share relative to a total, commonly used in contracts and statutes to specify division or limits.
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