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noun
A step or level in the accomplishment of an act or a
duty, or in the determination of a relationship. The level of an offense, such
as murder and determining the appropriate punishment for it.
degree of care
The standard to which a party is responsible for exercising a
duty or responsibility in order to avoid an implication of negligence.
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