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paragraph

section of text / numbered clause / to divide into sections
NounTransitive Verb
pl: paragraphspast: paragraphedpp: paragrapheding: paragraphing

This term describes a structural unit of text that organizes ideas into manageable blocks. In general writing, it serves as a visual and cognitive signal that the author is shifting focus or introducing a new supporting point, creating a rhythmic pause for the reader. In legal or official contexts, the term takes on a more rigid meaning, referring to a specific, often numbered, clause or provision. Here, it functions as a precise address for a particular rule or term within a larger contract, ensuring that references are unambiguous and legally binding.

Meanings

Noun

A distinct section of a piece of writing, usually dealing with a single theme and indicated by a new line, indentation, or extra spacing.

"The author divided the long essay into several short paragraphs to make it more readable."

Noun

A specific numbered or lettered section of a legal document, contract, or official regulation.

"Please refer to paragraph 4 of the agreement for the terms regarding termination."

Transitive Verb
[~ something]

To divide a piece of writing into paragraphs.

"You should paragraph your essay more effectively to improve the flow of your argument."

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