Rotation
/roʊˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The scheduled or systematic change of duties, positions, or officers, often to ensure fairness or operational efficiency.
The company implemented a rotation of board members every two years.
- (n.) The act of transferring responsibilities or privileges from one person or entity to another in a predetermined order.
Rotation of judges on the appellate panel helps prevent bias.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, rotation often refers to the orderly substitution or cyclical change of officeholders, judges, or duties to maintain impartiality or compliance with procedural rules.
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