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Trustee

/tɹʌsˈtiː/ · noun

Meaning

(trust law) A person to whom property is legally committed in trust, to be applied either for the benefit of specified individuals (beneficiaries), or for public uses; one who is intrusted with property for the benefit of another..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (trust law) A person to whom property is legally committed in trust, to be applied either for the benefit of specified individuals (beneficiaries), or for public uses; one who is intrusted with property for the benefit of another.
  2. A person in whose hands the effects of another are attached in a trustee process.
  3. (transitive) To commit (property) to the care of a trustee.
  4. (transitive) To attach (a debtor's wages, credits, or property in the hands of a third person) in the interest of the creditor.

Example Sentences

The trust property is now managed by a trustee who holds formal title to the asset; the trustee can sell it, but only for the benefit of the beneficiary, and he must replace it with like assets.
to trustee an estate

Synonyms for trustee

regentlegal guardian

Antonyms for trustee

Related Words

regentlegal guardianfiduciarytrusteeshipbaileeestatedebtorbankruptcyreceiveradministratoragentcashdepositarybankermanagerprofessionalcustodiancustodyofficerdepository

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does trustee mean?

Trustee means (trust law) A person to whom property is legally committed in trust, to be applied either for the benefit of specified individuals (beneficiaries), or for public uses; one who is intrusted with property for the benefit of another..

What is a synonym for trustee?

Common synonyms include regent, legal guardian.

What is the opposite of trustee?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use trustee in a sentence?

The trust property is now managed by a trustee who holds formal title to the asset; the trustee can sell it, but only for the benefit of the beneficiary, and he must replace it with like assets.

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