3 Definition of terms, symbols and abbreviations

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3.1 Terms

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  • A definition shall not take the form of, or contain, a requirement.
  • The form of a definition shall be such that it can replace the term in context. Additional information shall be given only in the form of examples or notes (see below).
  • The terms and definitions shall be presented in alphabetical order.

For the purposes of the present document, the [following] terms and definitions [given in ... and the following] apply:

Definition format

If a definition is taken from an external source, use the format below where [N] identifies the external document which must be listed in Section 2 References.

example 1: text used to clarify abstract rules by applying them literally

NOTE: This may contain additional information.

3.2 Symbols

Clause numbering depends on applicability.

For the purposes of the present document, the [following] symbols [given in ... and the following] apply:

Symbol format

<symbol> <Explanation>
<2nd symbol> <2nd Explanation>
<3rd symbol> <3rd Explanation>

3.3 Abbreviations

Abbreviations should be ordered alphabetically.

Clause numbering depends on applicability.

For the purposes of the present document, the [following] abbreviations [given in ... and the following] apply:

Abbreviation format

<ABBREVIATION1> <Explanation>
<ABBREVIATION2> <Explanation>
<ABBREVIATION3> <Explanation>