generality of custom

generality of custom
A requisite of a binding custom; the element of universality from which knowledge of the custom may well be presumed; in the case of a custom becoming a part of a contract, such general practice that it is a fair inference that both parties had knowledge of the custom and contracted with reference thereto. 21 Am J2d Cust & U § 5.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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