adj, noun ·3 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Such a clause; such a contract.

Adjective

1. 1
   Describing a contractual clause that prevents a person or company from competing with another, especially with a former employer or partner. not-comparable

   "You will need to sign a non-compete agreement, of course."

Synonyms

All synonyms

nccnoncompete clause

Example

More examples

"You will need to sign a non-compete agreement, of course."

Etymology

From non- + compete.

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