WorldAugust 9, 2026

stipulated

STIP-yuh-lay-ted

Definition

To demand or specify a requirement as part of an agreement or regulation.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'stipulatus', the past participle of 'stipulari', meaning to demand a formal promise or guarantee. Historically, it referred to a ritualized form of contract in Roman law.

In the news

The article discusses legal or administrative requirements for tax compliance, where specific conditions are stipulated for taxpayers to follow. It highlights the formal nature of these rules in ensuring fiscal accountability.

Deputy minister: Tax awareness key to improving compliance

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