Replacement
/rɪˈpleɪsmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of substituting one thing for another, typically in legal contexts such as contracts, employment, or property.
The contract included a clause for the replacement of defective goods.
- (n.) A person or thing that takes the place of another.
The replacement employee was hired immediately after the resignation.
Forms
- replacements
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specify whether replacement refers to a person, object, or concept to avoid ambiguity.
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