clause
From Latin 'clausa', past participle of 'claudere', meaning 'to close'.
NOUN
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[/klɔːz/en-US]
条項
literallegal
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規定
legalformal
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セクション
formal
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部分
literal
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概念文
untranslatable
(Direct translations may not capture the specific legal context of 'clause'.)
A distinct article, stipulation, or provision within a formal document, especially a contract, will, or law, that addresses a particular matter.
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- The contract included a confidentiality clause, prohibiting the sharing of sensitive information. — This specific section of the agreement outlined how sensitive information should be handled.
- The new legislation contains a clause addressing environmental protection. — This particular part of the law is dedicated to safeguarding the environment.
- Before signing, make sure you understand every clause of the agreement. — It is crucial to comprehend each separate stipulation within the document.
register: formal