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Testate

Definition:

Testate, as an adjective, refers to a legal term used to describe a person who has created and left behind a valid will at the time of their death. As a noun, it refers to a person who died leaving a valid will.

Senses:

• Adjective: Pertaining to having a valid will at the time of death.
• Noun: A person who has died, leaving behind a valid will.

Usages:

Adjective: The testate individual had meticulously planned the distribution of their assets through their legally-binding will.

Noun: The executor of the estate ensured that the wishes of the testate were carried out according to the legal provisions of the will.

Sample Sentences:

• As an adjective:
  • The lawyer ensured that the testate individual's last will and testament was executed faithfully.
  • The probate court confirmed that the deceased was testate, and the will was binding.
• As a noun:
  • The testate's assets were distributed among the beneficiaries as directed in the will.
  • The executor read the testate's will aloud during the reading of the last will and testament.

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