To contract
Example: The agreement contracts obligations between both parties clearly
Definition
"To contract" means to formally agree or enter into a binding agreement or obligation, often in writing, between two or more parties. It involves creating legal responsibilities and duties that must be fulfilled according to the terms established.
Etymology
The verb "to contract" originates from the Latin word 'contractus,' past participle of 'contrahere,' meaning 'to draw together' or 'to bring together.' This reflects the idea of two parties coming together to form an agreement. Did you know? The sense of "contract" as a legal agreement developed in medieval Latin around the 14th century.
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"To contract" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 115 commonly used words.
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