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stipulation

/ˌstɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

Meanings
  • noun

    An agreement or arrangement, typically a formal one, between two or more parties.

    - "The stipulation in the contract stated that the payment was due on the first of each month."
    - "The negotiation resulted in a stipulation between the two parties."

Rhymes
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compilation , station , vacation
Variants
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stipulation , stipulations , stipulatory
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'stipulare', meaning 'to mark with a stake or sign'.


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  1. The word 'stipulation' is often used in legal contexts, but it can also be used more generally to refer to any agreement or arrangement between two or more parties.

  2. In some legal systems, stipulations can be made orally, while in others they must be in writing.

  3. The word 'stipulation' comes from the Latin word 'stipulare', which means 'to mark with a stake or sign'. This refers to the ancient practice of marking an agreement with a stake or other physical sign.


Related Concepts
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  1. Agreement: A mutual understanding between two or more parties.

  2. Contract: A legally binding agreement between two or more parties.


Culture
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In literature, stipulations are often used in legal contexts and can add tension or conflict to a story. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Merchant of Venice', the stipulation in Shylock's bond leads to a dramatic court scene.

How to Memorize "stipulation"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a formal document with both parties signing an agreement.
    - Visualize a judge presiding over a courtroom where a stipulation is being discussed.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the idea of a formal agreement or arrangement.
    - Think of a contract or a legal document when you hear the word 'stipulation'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Stipulation: A Sign Of Two Parties Agreeing' to help remember the definition.


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