Timestamps
/ˈtaɪm.stæmp/
Definitions
- (n.) A recorded date and time showing when a document, transaction, or event occurred, used to verify authenticity or establish precedence.
The contract includes a timestamp to prove the exact moment of agreement.
Forms
- timestamp
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Commentary
Timestamps are critical in legal contexts for ensuring the integrity and timing of electronic records and transactions.
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