latent ambiguity

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Definitions of latent ambiguity words

noun latent ambiguity uncertainty that arises when a seemingly clear written instrument is matched against an extrinsic fact, as when a description of something being sold fits two different items. 1
noun latent ambiguity uncertainty existing where language employed in an instrument is clear and appears to have but one meaning, yet outside evidence makes it capable of more than one meaning 0

before 1840

One of the 33% newest English words

First recorded in 1840-50

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 3% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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