Typology
/ˌtaɪˈpɒlədʒi/
Definitions
- (n.) The systematic classification of types or categories within a particular field, especially law or linguistics.
The researcher developed a typology of contract types to clarify legal distinctions.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, typology aids in organizing and clarifying legal concepts by grouping similar cases or statutes.
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