acceptavit
|ac-cep-ta-vit|
C2
/ˌæk.sɛpˈtɑː.vɪt/
legal acknowledgment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acceptavit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acceptavit,' where 'acceptare' meant 'to receive or accept.'
Historical Evolution
'acceptavit' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, retaining its legal connotation in modern usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to receive or accept,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern legal contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a legal term referring to a written acknowledgment of the receipt of a debt or obligation.
The court required an acceptavit to confirm the transaction.
Synonyms
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