resolutive

American

[ri-zol-yuh-tiv, rez-uh-loo-] / rɪˈzɒl yə tɪv, ˈrɛz əˌlu- /

adjective

having the ability to dissolve or terminate.
serving to resolve or dispel.

resolutive British

/ rɪˈzɒljʊtɪv /

adjective

capable of dissolving; causing disintegration
law denoting a condition the fulfilment of which terminates a contract or other legal obligation

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Etymology

Origin of resolutive

First recorded in 1350–1400, resolutive is from the Middle English word resolutif. See resolute, -ive

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