Proviso

/prəˈvaɪz.oʊ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A clause in a legal document that introduces a condition, stipulation, or limitation.
    The contract included a proviso that payment must be made within 30 days.

Forms

  • provisos

Commentary

Typically used to introduce specific conditions modifying the main provisions; careful drafting ensures clarity of the limitation or exception intended.

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