stipulate
Translation
to stipulate, to specify, to lay down
Examples
The contract stipulates a delivery date.
The contract stipulates a delivery date.
The law stipulates that you must wear a seatbelt.
The law stipulates that you must wear a seatbelt.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to state clearly and firmly that (sth.) must be done The contract stipulates a delivery date.
((that ...)) to state clearly that something must be done The law stipulates that you must wear a seatbelt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: specify, require, demand, set out
Etymology
From Latin 'stipulari' meaning 'to demand a formal promise.'
Memory Tips
Think of 'stipulate' as making a 'stable' or firm rule. It sounds a bit like 'staple' – you are stapling down the conditions so they can't be changed.