# A.R.S. § 1-213: 1-213 Words and phrases

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## Section

- **Citation:** A.R.S. § 1-213
- **Heading:** 1-213 Words and phrases
- **Jurisdiction:** Arizona
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Arizona Code / Title 1 / Chapter 2 / Article 2 / Section 213

## Text

1-213. Words and phrases

Words and phrases shall be construed according to the common and approved use of the language. Technical words and phrases and those which have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning in the law shall be construed according to such peculiar and appropriate meaning.

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