Senses

/ˈsɛn.sɪz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The meanings or interpretations assigned to words, phrases, or legal terms in the context of law.
    The statute's various senses must be considered to understand its full legal effect.

Commentary

Senses often refers to multiple meanings of a term within legal texts; precision in drafting requires clarifying which sense applies.

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