Status
/ˈsteɪtəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal standing or condition of a person or entity recognized by law.
The defendant's status as a minor impacted the court's ruling.
- (n.) The relative social, professional, or legal position of someone or something.
Her status within the company secured her a higher salary.
Forms
- statuses
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "status" often determines rights and obligations; specify the type of status (e.g., marital, legal) for clarity.
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