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Legal Definitions - ad custum

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Definition of ad custum

AD CUSTUM

Ad custum (pronounced ad kuh-stuhm) is a Latin term used in law that means "at the cost."

  • The plaintiff was awarded damages and the defendant was ordered to pay them ad custum.
  • The contract stated that any repairs needed would be done ad custum of the tenant.

These examples illustrate how the term ad custum is used in legal contexts to indicate that the cost of something will be borne by a particular party. In the first example, the defendant is responsible for paying the damages awarded to the plaintiff. In the second example, the tenant is responsible for paying for any repairs that are needed.

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Simple Definition

Term: AD CUSTUM

Definition: Ad custum means "at the cost" in Law Latin. This phrase is often used in legal documents to indicate that the expenses will be paid by a particular party. For example, if a contract states that a certain service will be provided ad custum, it means that the recipient of the service will be responsible for paying the associated costs.

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