Surrender
/səˈrɛn·dər/
Definitions
- (v.) To give up possession or control, especially to an authority or adversary.
The army decided to surrender after a prolonged siege.
- (n.) The act of yielding or giving up rights, property, or claims.
The contract includes a clause for the surrender of the leased property upon termination.
Forms
- surrenders
- surrendered
- surrendering
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'surrender' often implies voluntary relinquishment and should be clearly defined in contracts to specify rights and obligations upon surrender.
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