Precontract
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Precontract is a noun meaning To contract prior to another process.
Meaning
To contract prior to another process.
More Meanings
- To make a previous contract.
- (law) A contract preceding another, especially a contract of marriage which, according to the ancient law, rendered void a subsequent marriage solemnized in violation of it.
Example Sentences
A followed in the Federal courts , to the precontract , valid by the Constitution and laws judice of holders for value who acquired their of a State
Two grounds are surmised , by opposite parties : a pre-contract with Percy , Earl of Northumberland ; and an adulterous intercourse of Henry , many years preceding , with Anne's sister , Mary Boleyn.
Word Forms
- precontracts
- pre-contract
- precontracting
- precontracted
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include precontraction, preconcert, pre-marriage, premarriage, prolusion, prenup.
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