De vordering
Example: De vordering in de rechtszaak verloopt sneller dan verwacht.
Definition
"De vordering" in legal context refers to a formal claim or demand made by one party against another, typically in a lawsuit, seeking enforcement of a right or payment. It involves asserting a legal right to obtain something owed or to enforce obligations.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de vordering" comes from the verb "vorderen," meaning to claim or demand. It originates from the Middle Dutch period, related to the verb 'voorderen,' which itself comes from 'voor' (before) and 'deren' (to advance). Did you know? The concept of 'vordering' has been central to legal systems for centuries, emphasizing the advancement of claims in court.
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"De vordering" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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