Represent
/ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/
Definitions
- (v.) To act or speak on behalf of another party, especially in legal proceedings.
The attorney will represent the client in court.
- (v.) To serve as a symbol or embodiment of a fact, idea, or entity in legal documents or contexts.
The contract represents the entire agreement between the parties.
Forms
- represents
- represented
- representing
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'represent' often denotes both the act of legal advocacy and the expression of facts or warranties within documents.
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