bequest

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/bɪˈkwɛst/ English

Definitions

noun

The act of bequeathing or leaving by will.
The transfer of property upon the owner's death according to the will of the deceased.
That which is left by will; a legacy.
That which has been handed down or transmitted.

verb

To give as a bequest; bequeath.

Related words

Synonyms

legacy inheritance heritage devise transmittal residue transmission legs legacies bequeathment testamentation bestowal bestowment testation begifting begetting

Associated

testator bequeathed benefactor tate endowment philanthropist stipulated alumnus donation peabody motive gift

Rhymes

manifest crest detest distressed jest impressed acquiesced rest chest arrest

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