Utility Service
/ˈjuːtɪlɪti ˈsɜːrvɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A service providing essential public utilities such as water, electricity, gas, or telecommunications, typically regulated by law.
The city contracted with a utility service to supply electricity to all municipal buildings.
Forms
- utility services
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specify the type of utility service due to differing regulatory frameworks governing each (e.g., electricity versus telecommunications).
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