heads of agreement

noun

A document stating the intent of the parties to enter into a binding agreement as outlined in the document.

Meanings

nounheads of agreement pl (plural only)
  1. UKpluralplural onlylawA document stating the intent of the parties to enter into a binding agreement as outlined in the document.

    Finally, on July 10, 1984, Heads of Agreement were signed. Three extra drafting rounds were necessary in order to formally sign the Renegotiated Agreement.

    1995, Wolfgang Peter, Arbitration and Renegotiation of International Investment Agreements, page 116

    Synonyms: letter of intent, memorandum of understanding

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA document stating the intent of the parties to enter into a binding agreement as outlined in the document.

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