Separate
/ˈsɛpəˌreɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To set apart or divide from others.
The parties agreed to separate their assets during the divorce.
- (adj.) Forming or viewed as a unit apart or by itself.
They signed separate contracts to clarify their obligations.
Forms
- separates
- separating
- separated
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'separate' often emphasizes physical or legal distinction, important in contract and property drafting.
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