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Simple English definitions for legal terms

conventional

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A quick definition of conventional:

Conventional: Something that is considered normal or traditional. It can also refer to something that is agreed upon by people, rather than being a law. It can also refer to things that are decided through treaties or agreements between countries.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Conventional is an adjective that describes something that is customary, orthodox, or traditional. It can also refer to something that arises from an agreement between parties, rather than from the law. Additionally, it can describe something that arises from a treaty or convention.

  • A conventional wedding typically involves a white dress, a ceremony in a church, and exchanging rings.
  • When buying a house, it is conventional to have a home inspection before finalizing the purchase.
  • Conventional wisdom suggests that eating breakfast is important for starting the day off right.

The examples illustrate the different ways in which the term "conventional" can be used. The first example shows how it can describe something that is customary or traditional, such as a wedding. The second example shows how it can describe something that is agreed upon by parties, such as a home inspection. The third example shows how it can describe a commonly held belief or idea, such as the importance of eating breakfast.

convention | conventional custom

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