Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
headnote
noun
/ˈhɛdˌnoʊt/
Definition
A headnote is a summary or explanatory note that appears at the beginning of a section in a legal document or publication.
Examples
- The headnote of the court decision summarized the main ruling and its implications.
- Legal scholars often rely on headnotes to quickly find relevant cases and topics.
Meaning
Typically used in legal texts, a headnote provides a brief overview of the contents or key points discussed in the subsequent text. It helps readers quickly understand the essential information without reading the entire document.
Synonyms
- summary
- overview
- abstract
