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devisee Definition

devi·see (dev′ə zē′, di vī′zē)

noun

Law the person to whom real property has been devised

Etymology: < devise + -ee

devisee Law Definition

n

The individual or entity receiving real property as the result of a devise.

devisee Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

residuary: Residuary devisee A residuary devisee takes the real property left in a will.

Browse dictionary entries near devisee

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  5. ‹ deviltry
  6. ‹ devilry
  7. ‹ devilment
  8. ‹ devilish
  9. ‹ devilfish
  10. ‹ devil's walking-stick
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