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Urkunde

Substantiv

partial

instrument

noun

Comparative law notes

Switzerland

Instrument is a fairly broad term that certainly encapsulates the basic function of an Urkunde. However, the English "deed" is the better translation for the reasons set forth below.

Definitions of instrument

English

a formal document, usually legal

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