full disclosure
"Full disclosure" is a principle that emphasizes the importance of revealing all relevant information to ensure transparency and informed decision-making.
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Definition
C1Legal
(formal)The requirement to reveal all pertinent information to prevent the concealment of crucial details.
Example
- In court, full disclosure of evidence is necessary for a fair trial.
B2Business
(formal)The act of providing all material facts that could influence a transaction.
Example
- Full disclosure of financial status is essential in a business merger.
B2Journalism
(informal)The practice of revealing any connections that may affect the impartiality of a report.
Example
- The journalist provided full disclosure about their relationship with the interviewee.
C1Computing
(technical)The practice of publishing detailed information about security vulnerabilities to promote prompt fixes.
Example
- Full disclosure of the software bug allowed developers to address the issue quickly.
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