While the moment in time at which a particular nucleus decays is unpredictable, a collection of atoms of a radioactive nuclide decays exponentially at a rate described by a parameter known as the half-life, usually given in units of years when discussing dating techniques.
DEFINITION of 'Attachment'. A legal term referring to the action of seizing property in anticipation of a favorable ruling for a plaintiff who claims to be owed money by the defendant. Next Up.
Legal Definition of debt. 1  1 : something owed: as a : a specific sum of money or a performance due another especially by agreement (as a loan agreement) to pay the debtsâ¦of the United States â U.S. Constitution art.