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Notice

A notice is a brief formal statement, especially in writing, that officially tells a person or organization something.

In plain English

It is a short message used to communicate something in an official way. It is typically written and addressed to a person or organization.

In context

Here, "Notice" labels a short informational statement that officially tells the relevant person or organization something.

Situation
Understanding standard terms notices, acceptance controls, disclosures, and policy references
What it communicates
labels a short informational block placed near an agreement control or action.

Meaning limits

The term itself does not say what specific information is being communicated.

Examples

“The school sent each parent a written notice about the timetable change.”

Core meaning

“A notice from the council informed local shops of the road closure.”

In context

  • statement Broader Term

    In this sense, a notice is a kind of formal statement.

  • attention or awareness Alternate Sense

    As another noun sense, notice can mean attention or awareness, not an official statement.