Whereas
Legal definition for Indian law research
Definition
Whereas, a word which implies a recital of a fact. The word whereas when it renders the deed senseless or repugant, may be struck out as impertinent, and shall not vitiate a deed in other respects sensible. See Platt on Covts. 35.
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