Referenced
/ˈrɛfərənst/
Definitions
- (adj.) Mentioned or cited as a source or authority in a legal document or argument.
The contract clause was referenced in the court's opinion to support the judgment.
- (v.) Past tense and past participle of reference, meaning to cite or mention something within a legal context.
The attorney referenced several precedents during the trial.
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As a past participle verb and adjective, "referenced" is commonly used to indicate reliance on or citation of legal sources, emphasizing the importance of accurate sourcing in legal drafting and argumentation.
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