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n

The final decision of an arbitrator.
The final decision of a court, jury, or administrative tribunal granting damages or other relief to a party.

v

To formally grant such relief. See also confirmation, judgment, and order.

Webster's New World Law Dictionary Copyright © 2006 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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