purpose clauseglossary / PURPOSE CLAUSE purpose clause. An introductory clause to a statute explaining its background and stating the reasons for its enactment. [Cases: Statutes 210.] 词条贡献者 资深译员Dan,毕业于美国顶尖的高级翻译学院,专注翻译各种与消费者集团诉讼有关的法律文件。