De overeenkomst
Example: De overeenkomst tussen de partijen is goedgekeurd door de rechter.
Definition
"De overeenkomst" is a legal term referring to a formal agreement or contract between parties, outlining mutually agreed terms and obligations. It establishes the rights and duties of each party involved, often requiring approval or recognition by a legal authority.
Etymology
The term "de overeenkomst" comes from Dutch, combining "over" meaning 'over' or 'about' and "eenkomst" related to 'agreement' or 'accord'. It literally translates as 'the agreement' and reflects the concept of parties coming over or to an accord. Did you know that its roots trace back to Middle Dutch and Germanic languages emphasizing mutual consensus?
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"De overeenkomst" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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