Contraction, shrinkage, condensation, compression, constriction, emptying mean loss of volume or volume. The contract refers to a contraction of surfaces or particles or a reduction in surface area or length. causes their muscles to contract, which involves a contraction or loss of material and puts a strain on falling below the original dimensions. The sweater shrinks when washed condensed, implying a reduction from something homogeneous to greater compactness without significant loss of content. Compressing the attachment to a heel compress involves pressing on a small compass and some shape, usually against resistance. cotton compressed into bales shrinks and involves tightening that reduces the diameter. The neck is narrowed by a narrow collar, which implies a contraction by reducing the internal pressure of the air or gas contained. Emptying the balloon Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article on contract Note: Contracts must be entered into by parties with the necessary capacity (such as age or mental health) and must have a legal and non-criminal purpose. Except in Louisiana, a valid treaty also requires consideration, reciprocity of obligations, and a meeting of minds. In Louisiana, in addition to capacity and legal purpose, a valid contract requires the consent of the parties and a reason for the contract. Latin contractus de contrahere pull together, enter into (a relationship or agreement), de com- with, together + trahere à draw Note: Sealed contracts were in use long before the development of the performance requirement. Originally, they were usually impressed by an actual seal, but today, the word seal, the abbreviation L.S., or words like “signed and sealed” or “testify to my seal” can take the place of the seal. However, without a clear indication of the intention of the parties, the presence of a seal, such as .
B a company seal is not enough to create a contract under seal. Sealed contracts have a much longer limitation period than counterparty-based contracts. Middle English, English-French, Latin contractus, contrahere, moving together, making a contract, reducing in size, tapping into com- + trahere – also contracting implicitly in fact, implicitly in fact called contract. . . .