Tasked
/ˈtæskt/
Definitions
- (v.) Past tense of task, meaning to assign a duty or responsibility.
The lawyer was tasked with reviewing the contract.
Forms
- task
- tasks
- tasking
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Commentary
Commonly used in legal contexts to describe delegation of duties; often found in contract drafting and litigation roles.
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