MOU
Definition
An acronym for 'Memorandum of Understanding'; a formal, yet non-binding agreement between two or more parties that outlines the intentions and common lines of action without creating a legally enforceable contractual obligation.
A document often utilized in political or corporate spheres that serves as a polite way to signal intent while reserving the right to ghost the other party later.
Examples
The government announced a massive 25,000 crore MOU with an AI firm, proving once again that a press release is far more efficient than actually delivering a functioning data center.
He treated the MOU like a committed marriage proposal, while his business partner treated it like a Hinge match that could be ignored once the initial excitement faded.
Critics noted that the secret MOU felt less like a diplomatic breakthrough and more like a carefully crafted document designed to let everyone involved back out before the ink even dried.