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@@ -56,7 +56,7 @@ lower than one hour. The default is 7 days.
 
 ### setTimeout
 
-**setTimeout( uint )**
+**setTimeout( uint timeout )**
 
 Change the timeout (in seconds) for validity of votes cast.
 Any council member can change the timeout.