Resorts
/ˈrɪzɔrts/
Definitions
- (n.) Habitually turning to or relying on something, often a legal authority or remedy, for aid or solution.
The plaintiff's resort to arbitration was accepted by the court.
- (n.) Commercial establishments offering lodging, recreation, and other services, sometimes regulated by specific laws.
The zoning laws for beachfront resorts restrict building heights.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'resort' commonly refers either to seeking a legal remedy or a physical location for leisure business; the plural form 'resorts' should be understood according to context.
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