Role
/roʊl/
Definitions
- (n.) The function or part played by a person or entity in a particular situation or context, especially in legal or organizational settings.
The lawyer's role was to represent the defendant in court.
- (n.) The set of rights, duties, and behaviors assigned to a position in a legal or social structure.
The role of trustee includes managing the assets for the beneficiaries.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'role' often implies both the assigned tasks and the legal authority linked to a position, so clarity is important when drafting to specify these aspects.
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