Meaning Of The Word Bequeath

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Bequeath Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Bequeath?

bequeath
verb: If you bequeath an idea or system, you leave it for other people to use or develop.
verb: If you bequeath your money or property to someone, you legally state that they should have it when you die.

bequeath in American English
to leave (property) to another by last will and testament
transitive verb: to dispose of (personal property, esp. money) by last will

bequeath in British English
to dispose of (property, esp personal property) by will

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