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clause

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /klɔːz/

Forms: clauses

clause means: A separate section of a legal document that states a rule, condition, or agreement.

noun

DOCUMENT SECTIONB2

A separate section of a legal document that states a rule, condition, or agreement.

  • Read this clause carefully.
  • They added a clause about late payments.
  • Does the contract contain a clause allowing you to cancel?

How to use it: a clause in something (A clause in the lease forbids keeping pets.)

Similar words: provision, section

Common phrases: contract clause, special clause, clause in something

GRAMMAR UNITB1

A group of words usually containing a subject and a verb, forming a sentence or part of one.

  • This sentence has two clauses.
  • The main clause can stand alone.
  • Underline the verb in each clause.

Similar words: sentential, sentence

Common phrases: main clause, relative clause, subordinate clause, independent clause

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What does clause mean?

A separate section of a legal document that states a rule, condition, or agreement.

What is clause in other languages?

Türkçe: madde · Español: cláusula · Français: clause · Deutsch: Klausel · Italiano: clausola · 日本語: 条項

How do you pronounce clause?

It is pronounced /klɔːz/.

How do you use clause in a sentence?

Read this clause carefully. They added a clause about late payments.

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