The settlement
Example: Settlement resolves dispute without court trial
Definition
"Settlement" in law refers to an agreement reached between disputing parties that resolves their conflict without proceeding to a court trial. It typically involves compromise or concessions, allowing both sides to avoid the time, expense, and uncertainty of litigation.
Etymology
The word "settlement" originates from the Old English word 'setl,' meaning a seat or place, combined with the suffix '-ment,' which denotes the result of an action. Over time, it evolved to mean the act or result of settling disputes or accounts. Did you know? The concept of a legal settlement reflects the idea of setting matters down firmly, like placing something in a designated seat.
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"The settlement" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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