Treating
/ˈtriːtɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. (gerund)) Engaging in the act of handling, dealing with, or administering something in a legal context.
The parties are treating the contract as binding despite informalities.
Forms
- treat
- treated
- treats
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Commentary
As a gerund, 'treating' refers to the ongoing action related to legal processes or conduct, often requiring context for precise legal effect.
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