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| − | An '''acknowledgment''' is a formal [[declaration]] before an authorized official by the person who executed an [[instrument]] that it is his free act and deed; the [[certificate]] of the official on such instrument attesting that it was so acknowledged. [[Category:Legal Terms]] | + | An '''acknowledgment''' is a formal [[declaration]] before an authorized official by the person who executed an [[instrument]] that it is his free act and deed; the [[certificate]] of the official on such instrument attesting that it was so acknowledged. |
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| + | In normal speech or writing, '''acknowledgement''' (in British English - "acknowledgement") can mean: | ||
| + | *(1) the acceptance or recognition of the truth, or perceived truth, of something. | ||
| + | *(2) an expression of appreciation. | ||
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Latest revision as of 20:20, September 4, 2011
An acknowledgment is a formal declaration before an authorized official by the person who executed an instrument that it is his free act and deed; the certificate of the official on such instrument attesting that it was so acknowledged.
In normal speech or writing, acknowledgement (in British English - "acknowledgement") can mean:
- (1) the acceptance or recognition of the truth, or perceived truth, of something.
- (2) an expression of appreciation.