residuary clause

noun

The part of the testator's will in which the residue of the estate is disposed of.

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Meanings

nounresiduary clause (plural residuary clauses)

plural residuary clauses

  1. lawThe part of the testator's will in which the residue of the estate is disposed of.
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APA

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Chicago

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