definitive document
[dɪˈfɪnətɪv ˈdɒkjumənt]
noun phrasepl: definitive documents
documento definitivo
1. An official or authoritative document that serves as the final and conclusive source of information on a subject
The court ruled that the signed contract is the definitive document in this dispute.
O tribunal determinou que o contrato assinado é o documento definitivo nesta disputa.
2. A document that establishes final terms, conditions, or agreements with no room for further negotiation or interpretation
Once both parties sign, this will be the definitive document governing our partnership.
Uma vez que ambas as partes assinarem, este será o documento definitivo que regula nossa parceria.
3. A comprehensive or authoritative work that is considered the standard reference on a topic
This biography is considered the definitive document on the president's life.
Esta biografia é considerada o documento definitivo sobre a vida do presidente.
In Brazilian and American legal contexts, 'definitive document' carries significant weight in contractual and governmental matters. It represents finality and authority, often used to close discussions or disputes. In corporate Brazil, this term is frequently employed in mergers, acquisitions, and formal partnerships. The concept reflects both Portuguese and English legal traditions, with Brazilian Portuguese maintaining the same terminology as European Portuguese in most formal contexts.
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