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Term: hoc intuitu
Definition: Hoc intuitu means "in this prospect" in Law Latin. It is used in Scots law to refer to deeds that are executed in anticipation of an event, such as a marriage.
hoc intuitu
hoc intuitu is a Latin term used in Scots law. It means "in this prospect". It is often used in reference to deeds that are executed in anticipation of an event, such as a marriage.
John and Jane signed a prenuptial agreement hoc intuitu, meaning that they signed the agreement in anticipation of their upcoming marriage.
When a couple buys a house together, they may sign a deed hoc intuitu, meaning that they sign the deed in anticipation of owning the property together.
These examples illustrate how hoc intuitu is used to describe a legal document that is signed in anticipation of a future event.