Sole
/soʊl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Being the only one; single; exclusive.
She is the sole owner of the property.
- (n.) The only party who has rights or obligations under a contract.
He was the sole signatory on the agreement.
Forms
- soles
Related terms
Commentary
In legal contexts, 'sole' emphasizes exclusivity of rights or obligations and should be used precisely to avoid ambiguity about multiple parties.
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