Implied consent

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.2

Definitions

1.NounThe assumed agreement that a person would approve a course of action if asked, when that person is not presently able to be asked.

"The man was unconscious, but the paramedics had his implied consent to treat him."

2.NounConsent given by virtue of another arrangement.

"Traveling by air gives security officials implied consent to search your bags."

The Daily Word NerdA new word, a puzzle, and a fun fact — free in your inbox every morning.

Free forever · unsubscribe anytime · all 14 newsletters

That email did not go through — please check it and try again.