Consent is the united will of several persons to whom a matter pertains.

Explanation

True consent requires the united assent of all parties whose rights are affected — partial assent by some does not bind the rest.

Where this applies

• Three of us are involved in a deal but only two agreed to the terms — is the third bound?
• The homeowners association changed the rules but not everyone in the community agreed.

See also

• 6.2.1 The agreement gives the law to the contract.
• 6.3.3 Words of mouth are to be received with practical effect — where words and intent agree, no interpretation is needed.