Recognitions
/ˌrɛkəɡˈnɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Acknowledgments or formal acceptance of legal status or rights, such as recognition of sovereignty or trademarks.
The recognitions of the new government were essential for international relations.
- (n.) Formal acknowledgments of achievements or validity, e.g., recognitions in contracts or awards.
The contract contained recognitions of prior agreements between the parties.
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts involving acceptance or validation of legal status; distinguish from the base form 'recognition' which covers the core meanings.
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