Strains
/strānz/
Definitions
- (n.) Variants or subspecies of microorganisms or plants, often relevant in intellectual property and patent contexts regarding biological inventions.
The patent covered several strains of the genetically modified bacteria.
- (n.) In tort law and contract law, exertions or pressures that cause wear or damage, sometimes relevant in injury or liability cases.
The court considered the strains placed on the equipment when determining liability.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, strains commonly refer to biological variants in IP law or physical stresses in tort/contract law; distinguish by context.
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