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Term: PERTAIN
Definition: Pertain means to be related to or have to do with something. When something is pertinent, it is important and relevant to the topic being discussed. Pertinent art refers to artwork that is similar or relevant to the art being discussed. Per totam curiam is a Latin phrase that means by the whole court.
Definition: To relate to; to concern.
Pertinent: Pertaining to the issue at hand; relevant.
Pertinent Art: See analogous art, relevant art under ART.
Per Totam Curiam: By the whole court.
Example: The new policy pertains to all employees.
Explanation: This example shows that the policy is related to or concerns all employees.
Example: The witness's testimony was deemed pertinent to the case.
Explanation: This example illustrates that the witness's testimony was relevant or related to the case.
Example: The judge considered the pertinent art before making a decision.
Explanation: This example shows that the judge reviewed the relevant or related art before making a decision.
Example: The court ruled per totam curiam, meaning the decision was made by the entire court.
Explanation: This example illustrates the use of the Latin term per totam curiam, which means by the whole court.