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caveat
noun
(law) a formal notice filed with a court or officer to suspend a proceeding until filer is given a hearing
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noun
(law) a formal notice filed with a court or officer to suspend a proceeding until filer is given a hearing
“A caveat filed against the probate of a will”
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A warning against certain acts
“A caveat against unfair practices”
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A caveat filed against the probate of a will
A caveat against unfair practices
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