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.
Definition of 'Attachment Of Earnings Order'. To obtain an Attachment of Earnings Order, a lender first must issue a Summons and then obtain judgment against you, usually but not always in the County Court.f you move jobs, the attachment of earnings order does not automatically follow you to your new employer; the lender has to apply to the Court for the attachment of earnings order to be applied to your new employer. Once granted, the Court sends you a form to help it decide how much to deduct from your pay.