Aforesaid: meaning, definitions and examples
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aforesaid
[ əˈfɔːrˌsɛd ]
legal language
The term 'aforesaid' refers to something that has been previously mentioned in a legal document or discourse. It is often used to avoid repetition and to succinctly reference an earlier statement or subject.
Synonyms
aforementioned, earlier stated, previously mentioned.
Examples of usage
- As per the aforesaid agreement, the parties are bound to comply.
- The aforesaid evidence supports the claim.
- We have received the aforesaid documents for review.
Translations
Translations of the word "aforesaid" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mencionado
🇮🇳 उपरोक्त
🇩🇪 vorhergehend
🇮🇩 yang disebutkan sebelumnya
🇺🇦 вищезазначений
🇵🇱 wspomniany
🇯🇵 前述の
🇫🇷 précédemment mentionné
🇪🇸 mencionado anteriormente
🇹🇷 önceki
🇰🇷 앞서 언급한
🇸🇦 المذكور أعلاه
🇨🇿 výše zmíněný
🇸🇰 predchádzajúci
🇨🇳 上述的
🇸🇮 zgoraj omenjen
🇮🇸 fyrir ofan nefndur
🇰🇿 жоғарыда аталған
🇬🇪 ზემოთ აღნიშნული
🇦🇿 yuxarıda qeyd olunan
🇲🇽 mencionado anteriormente
Etymology
The word 'aforesaid' originates from Middle English, combining the prefix 'a-' meaning 'in regard to' and 'said', which hails from Old English 'secgan', meaning 'to say'. The term has been utilized in English since at least the 15th century, primarily in legal texts to refer back to topics that have been mentioned earlier. Its purpose is to provide a concise way to refer to those already discussed points without the need for verbose repetition. Over time, 'aforesaid' has become a formal term, especially utilized in contracts, legal documents, and formal speeches, to provide clarity and establish context. It reflects a tradition of precision in legal language, ensuring that the scope and binding nature of agreements are clearly communicated.