Steps
/ˈstɛps/
Definitions
- (n.) Procedural actions taken sequentially to accomplish a legal process or requirement.
The steps to file a lawsuit vary depending on the jurisdiction.
- (n.) The English term for formal procedural motions or stages in litigation or administrative processes.
Following the correct steps ensures compliance with court rules.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "steps" commonly refers to distinct procedural actions or stages; it is the plural of the base form "step." Avoid redundancy by linking plural forms to the singular term for full definition.
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