ademption

ademption Definition

ademp·tion (ə demp′s̸hən)

noun

Law the extinction of a legacy by, or inferred from, an act of the testator before death, as by the disposal of the bequeathed property

Etymology: < L ademptio, a taking away < adimere, take away < ad-, to + emere, take, buy: see redeem

ademption Law Definition

The reduction, extinction, or withdrawal of a devise or legacy by some act of the testator, before his or her death, that clearly indicates an intent to diminish or revoke it. See also ademption by extinction, ademption by satisfaction, abatement, advancement, and lapse.

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