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Definition of pactional in English:

pactional

Pronunciation /ˈpakʃən(ə)l/

adjective

Scots Law

  • Of, relating to, or of the nature of a pact, covenant, or contract; specifically (of a payment, as rent, damages, etc.) in accordance with or specified in a contract; contractual.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Francis White (d. 1638), bishop of Ely. From paction + -al.