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# Expression syntax for DN

Values of this syntax hold either a DN value, or a configuration expression that evaluates to a DN value.

|               |                              |
| ------------- | ---------------------------- |
| *Origin*      | OpenDJ Directory Server      |
| *Description* | Expression syntax for DN     |
| *OID*         | 1.3.6.1.4.1.36733.2.1.3.3.12 |