9 CFR § 301.1 - General.

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# 301.1 General.

For purposes of this chapter and unless otherwise specifically provided by regulation or required in the context of particular regulations:

(a) Terms have the meanings set forth in this part;

(b) The singular form also imports the plural, and the masculine form also imports the feminine and vice versa.

[69 FR 254, Jan. 5, 2004]