(writing, linguistics) A new writing system specifically created by an individual or group, rather than having evolved as part of a language or culture as a natural script.

plural of construct state

(grammar) A noun form associated especially with Afroasiatic languages, but occurring also in Iranian and others; used in construing a nominal with another, particularly for the object of a genitive.

An apparent memory of an event that did not actually happen, unconsciously constructed to fill a gap.

(law) The breach of a landlord/tenant relationship that occurs when the landlord does not order the tenant to leave the property, but allows the property occupied by the tenant to fall into such poor condition that it can no longer be lived in.

plural of constructive eviction

Any language—whether a human language, a programming language, or markup language—that is not a natural language.

(law) A legal fiction describing a situation where a person or entity gained an unfair advantage over another by deceitful or unfair methods. Intent does not need to be shown.

(chiefly UK) The practice or act of forcing an employee to resign by creating a hostile work environment.

plural of constructive dismissal