In legal terms, a clause is a specific provision within a law or contract that addresses a particular aspect or issue. It is essentially a subsection within a larger document that focuses on one topic.
Related terms
Constitutional Clause: A provision within the U.S. Constitution that outlines specific powers or limitations placed on the government.
Supremacy Clause: A clause in Article VI of the U.S. Constitution stating that federal laws take precedence over conflicting state laws.
Commerce Clause: A constitutional clause giving Congress authority over regulating commerce between states and with foreign nations.