contractual

American  

[kuhn-trak-choo-uhl] / kənˈtræk tʃu əl /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or secured by a contract.

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contractual British  

/ kənˈtræktjʊəl /

adjective

1. of the nature of or assured by a contract

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Other Word Forms

• contractually adverb
• noncontractual adjective

Etymology

Origin of contractual

First recorded in 1860–65; from Latin contractu(s) contract + -al ¹

Example Sentences

Owing to the cast’s contractual terms for residuals, theaters could not charge for tickets.

From Los Angeles Times

That was because of complex contractual limitations with the show’s actors and creators on streaming-to-cinema deals.

From MarketWatch

That was because of complex contractual limitations with the show’s actors and creators on streaming-to-cinema deals.

From MarketWatch

But given the lack of profit incentives and regulatory and contractual hurdles, it is likely that the decision would be based on a high-cost rather than low-cost scenario.

From The Wall Street Journal

The borrower is merely exercising the option to make contractual mortgage payments until the mortgage matures, an undoubted right.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• constitutional
• fair
• juridical
• lawful
• legitimate
• proper
• statutory
• valid