Bequest

usgb/bɪˈkwest/
noun

Something that you give or leave to someone in your will, usually when you die.

She left a bequest of $5000 to her nephew in her will.
Visual representation of "bequest" - Something that you give or leave to someone in your will, usually when you die

Often appears as...

  • leave a bequest
  • receive a bequest
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Posthumous Giving

Bequest refers to a transfer of personal property after one passes away.

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Her bequest ensured the family home remained within the family.
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Material or Money

A bequest often involves money or items like jewelry, but can include anything owned.

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The bequest included his grandfather's watch.
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Will Specific

A bequest is only valid if it's specified in a legal document called a will.

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The painting was his final bequest to his children, detailed in the will.
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