weasel clause

Noun

Meaning

weasel clause (plural weasel clauses)

(informal) An escape clause; a clause in a legal contract permitting one of the parties to escape ("weasel out of") its obligations under some circumstances.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

escape clause

Close letter words and terms

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