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Probate

/ˈpɹəʊbeɪt/ · noun

Meaning

(law) The legal process of verifying the legality of a will..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (law) The legal process of verifying the legality of a will.
  2. (law) A copy of a legally recognised and qualified will.
  3. Clipping of probate court.
  4. (obsolete) Proof.
  5. (transitive) To establish the legality of (a will).

Example Sentences

The probate file reveals that Stephen Tetuan, attorney for the estate and author of McBride's will, wrote to Lemieux on Auust 29, 1984, encouraging him "to serve as trustee and to retain local counsel to represent your interests as trustee."
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Synonyms for probate

probate will

Antonyms for probate

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does probate mean?

Probate means (law) The legal process of verifying the legality of a will..

What is a synonym for probate?

Common synonyms include probate will.

What is the opposite of probate?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use probate in a sentence?

The probate file reveals that Stephen Tetuan, attorney for the estate and author of McBride's will, wrote to Lemieux on Auust 29, 1984, encouraging him "to serve as trustee and to retain local counsel to represent your interests as trustee."

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