Superfluity
/ˌsuːpərˈfluːɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The state or condition of being superfluous; excess or redundancy beyond what is necessary.
The contract contained superfluity that complicated interpretation.
Forms
- superfluities
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Commentary
In legal drafting, avoiding superfluity helps prevent ambiguity and ensures clarity of obligations.
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