C2 noun #39,904 most common

novation

UK /noʊˈveɪʃən/ | US /noʊˈveɪʃən/

Replacement of a contract with one or more new contracts, in particular in financial markets the replacement of a contract between a particular buyer and seller with contracts between the clearing house and each party.

novation in 30 Seconds

  • (noun) Replacement of a contract with one or more new contracts, in particular in financial markets the replacement of a contract between a particular buyer and seller with contracts between the clearing house and each party.
  • (noun) A new contract between the original contracting parties whereby the first obligation is extinguished and a new obligation is substituted.

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun Replacement of a contract with one or more new contracts, in particular in financial markets the replacement of a contract between a particular buyer and seller with contracts between the clearing house and each party.
  2. 2
    noun A new contract between the original contracting parties whereby the first obligation is extinguished and a new obligation is substituted.
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