Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Term: OVERT
Definition: Overt means something that is not hidden or secret. It is open and observable for everyone to see. For example, if someone does something overtly, it means they are doing it in a way that is obvious and not hidden.
Definition: Open and observable; not concealed or secret.
Example: The thief's overt attempt to steal the purse was caught on camera.
Explanation: The example shows that the thief's actions were open and observable, as they were caught on camera. The thief did not try to conceal their actions, making it an overt attempt to steal the purse.