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bequest definition

be·quest (-kwest′)

noun

  1. the act of bequeathing
  2. anything bequeathed

Etymology: ME biquest < be-, be- + OE -quiss, a saying < cwethan, to speak (see quoth); -t is unhistoric

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bequest Synonyms

bequest

n.

inheritance, estate, endowment, legacy; see estate 2, gift 1.


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bequest Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • leave: To leave a bequest in your will, please contact John Williams by mail, e-mail, or phone for a free guide.

Converse of subject

  • fund: The building cost £ 25,000, partly funded by a bequest.

Adjective modifier

  • residuary: Residuary bequest - The gift of all or part of the residue of an estate.

Modifies a noun

  • commitment: Bequest Commitment Making a bequest to Lincoln can be an important way of supporting the future of the College.

Preposition: in

  • will: Click here to download a guide for professional advisers about including a charitable bequest in a will.

Preposition: of

  • painting: Founded on the major bequest of old master paintings & drawings from an 18th Century military figure, General John Guise.

Preposition: from

  • estate: Skip to navigation The Spittal Trust Established in 1976 the Trust was formed following a bequest from the estate of Miss Annie Spittal.

Preposition: for

  • purpose: Five free scholars are taught in consideration of a bequest for that purpose by William Dalgleish, Esq.
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