Definition of Bequest

property or money gifted after an individual’s death

Examples of Bequest in a sentence

With the bequest from the deceased billionaire, the school was able to build a new dormitory.  🔊

In her will, my aunt left me a bequest of a valuable painting.  🔊

Upon my death, my church will receive a large financial bequest from my estate.  🔊

When my grandmother dies, she wants the local college to use her bequest to fund a scholarship.  🔊

Mrs. Rogers’ last will and testament includes a sizable bequest to her favorite museum.  🔊

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