Meaning of terms of reference in English

Also sometimes seen in older deeds and contracts as a more traditional way of incorporating terms of reference.

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The focus of each working group is described in the groups terms of reference.

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The terms of reference of a project are often referred to as the project charter.

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Terms of reference show how the scope will be defined, developed, and verified.

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The most common terms of reference are kinship terms, which might differ slightly in different regions.

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Other terms of reference included the possible impact of climate change and experience of other countries.

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Its terms of reference were to access anticipated traffic and profitability and assess the area's settlement potential and a possible route.

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Its role is to provide advice and recommendations to the board within the scope of its terms of reference / charter.

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The focus of each working group, special working group, and advisory group is described in the groups terms of reference.

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This would set terms of reference for the referendum, such as its question(s), elector eligibility and which body would organise the vote.

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