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Zession

Substantiv

full

assignment

noun

Comparative law notes

Austria

We suggest using this term "assignment", since the alternative, "cession", while etymologically related, is not a word commonly used or recognized even by native English-speaking lawyers.

Definitions of assignment

English

a complete transfer of ownership

The assignment of shares for the benefit of spouses is not subject to restriction.

English

a position or work that is given to someone to do as part of their job or studies

I have to finish this assignment by the end of the week.

English

transfer of rights under an agreement

The contract expressly prohibited assignment of any contractual rights.