English Explanatory Dictionary

mailbox rule

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An exception to the general rule of contract law stating that acceptance of an offer takes effect when a letter enters the postal system.

Word forms

mailbox rule

Synonyms

postal rule
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