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cognisance

noun/ˈkɒɡnɪzəns/

C2CEFR level
80/100Rarity: very rare
TechnicalRegister

The taking of formal jurisdiction over a matter for decision.

The tribunal declined to take cognisance of claims that fell outside the arbitration clause.

Similar: jurisdiction, notice, cognizance

Topic: Arbitration in Legal English

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