/ɪnˈtɛnt ʌv ˌlɛdʒɪsˈleɪʃən/ – Phrase
Definition: mục đích của pháp luật
A more thorough explanation: What a legislative body had in mind when passing a particular law. This can be used by lawyers and judges to help interpret the wording of legislation.
Example: This interpretation far exceeds the intent of legislation, which was the product of three years of negotiations.