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codicil Definition

codi·cil (käd′i səl, -sil′)

noun

  1. Law an addition to a will, that changes, explains, revokes, or adds provisions
  2. an appendix or supplement

Etymology: ME < L codicillus, dim. of codex: see code

codicil Related Forms
cod′i·cil′·lary (-sil′ər ē) adjective
codicil Synonyms

codicil

n.

addendum, supplement, postscript, rider; see addition 2, appendix.

codicil Law Definition

n

A testamentary document that adds to, subtracts from, qualifies, modifies, revokes, or otherwise alters or explains an existing will. To be valid, it must be executed with the same formalities as a will.
codicil Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • add: Legacies are simple to put into effect by adding a codicil or making a revision to your will.
  • call: A change or addition to a will is called a codicil.
  • make: I suggest you see the Solicitor who originally drew up the will to make the codicil for you.
  • date: Leaving a will dated February 10 th 1859, with a codicil dated May 11 th 1859.
  • write: There is no need to write codicils or produce an entirely new will each time their charitable preferences change.
  • prepare: A testator can alter a will without scrapping it, by preparing a codicil.

Adjective modifier

  • other: In all other respects, I confirm my said will and other Codicils thereto.

Modifies a noun

  • form: You can download a codicil form using the side menu.

Noun used with modifier

  • will: Wills codicil rental lease leasing - landlord tenant corporation banking and much more.