Segmenting

/ˈsɛɡmɛntɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (v. gerund) The act of dividing a legal document, contract, or text into distinct sections or segments for clarity, analysis, or interpretation.
    Segmenting the contract into clauses helped identify the parties’ obligations clearly.

Forms

  • segment
  • segments
  • segmented

Commentary

Used primarily in legal drafting and analysis to improve clarity and organization of documents or laws.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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