For example He gave his consent to the contract by signing it. Show source/s Plain English Campaign Give feedback This page was not useful This page was useful Thank you for your feedback. If you have another few minutes please take the time to tell us about our new Dictionary service. Thank you for your answer, if you can tell us more that would really help Update
Contract An agreement between two or more people (or groups) to do (or not to do) something. The agreement can be enforced by law.
Party The claimant ('plaintiff' before April 1999) or defendant in a lawsuit. It is also someone who has taken out a contract or agreement.