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WEAR AND TEAR

\wˈe͡əɹ ɐnd tˈe͡ə], \wˈe‍əɹ ɐnd tˈe‍ə], \w_ˈeə_ɹ ɐ_n_d t_ˈeə]\

Definitions of WEAR AND TEAR

2006 - WordNet 3.0
2011 - English Dictionary Database
1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
1910 - Black's Law Dictionary (2nd edition)

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decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use

2006 - WordNet 3.0
By Princeton University

decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

Loss by wear or use.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
By Daniel Lyons

"Natural wear and tear" means deterioration or depreciation invalue by ordinary and reasonable use of the subject-matter. Green v. Kelly, 20 N. J.Law, 048.

1910 - Black's Law Dictionary (2nd edition)
By Henry Campbell Black

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