definiens: as usedherein means including, without limiting the generality of any description precedingsuch term . The word shall be construed to have the same meaning and effect asthe word The word will not be exclusive . References to a particular Personinclude such Person ’s successors and assigns to the extent not prohibited by thisAgreement . The words and and words of similar importwill be construed to refer to this Agreement in its entirety and not to any particularprovision hereof . All references to a or in thisAgreement means any day other than a day that is a Saturday, a Sunday or any daybanks are authorized or required to be closed in the State of New York . The word means notice in writing ( whether or not specifically stated ) and will includenotices, consents, approvals and other written communications contemplated underthis Agreement . Provisions that require that a Party, the Parties or any committeehereunder or or the like will require that such agreement, consent, or approval be specific and in writing, whether by written agreement, letter, approved minutes, or otherwise ( including email, but excluding instant messaging )