Construe

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-001235",
  "term": "Construe",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "To interpret or determine the meaning of ambiguous or unclear language within a legal document, such as a statute, contract, or will. The process involves analyzing the text, context, and purpose to ascertain the original intent of the drafters or parties involved. Courts apply specific canons of construction, such as the plain meaning rule or the rule of lenity in criminal law, to guide their interpretation.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/construe/"
}