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noun
Consent to an action by another person given based upon a clear appreciation and understanding of the facts, implications, and consequences of the action.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable, usually
Topics: law
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Antonyms: none provided
noun
consent by a patient to undergo a medical or surgical treatment or to participate in an experiment after the patient understands the risks involved
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: consent
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Across languages
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