Appearance
Use device theme  
Dark theme
Light theme

What does bequeath mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word bequeath? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (law) To give or leave by will; to give by testament.
  2. To hand down; to transmit.
  3. To give; to offer; to commit.
Find more words!
Use * for blank tiles (max 2) Advanced Search Advanced Search
Use * for blank spaces Advanced Search
Advanced Word Finder
Similar Words
Examples
Some couples pledged to bequeath a portion of their estates, however modest, to an adopted son or daughter.
All persons of sound mind are competent to bequeath and devise real and personal estate, excepting infants and married women.
He gave his overcoat to an alcoholic panhandler on the street in return for a promise that the man would bequeath him his liver for research.
All the residue of my estate, including real and personal property, I give, devise, and bequeath to Earlham College.
The bit we like best is the idea that tax relief is available today for money that donors agree to bequeath to charities on their death.
I bequeath three-fiftieths thereof to my niece Louisa, daughter of my brother Amos.

See Also

Nearby Definitions
8-letter Words Starting With
Find Definitions
go
Word Tools Finders & Helpers Apps More Synonyms
Copyright WordHippo © 2024