bequest — something that is left to someone in a will; a legacy
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something that is left to someone in a will; a legacy
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈkwɛst/
Korean meaning: 유언으로 남겨진 것, 유산
Korean pronunciation: 비**퀘**스트
Example Sentences
- The eccentric millionaire left a bequest of 100 cats to the local animal shelter.
- His most valuable bequest wasn't money, but his collection of vintage comic books.
- She was shocked to discover that her aunt's bequest included a haunted piano.
bequest
NOUN//bɪˈkwɛst//
something that is left to someone in a will; a legacy
a lawyer hands an ornate jewelry box to a young woman sitting across from his desk. The woman's eyes well up with tears as she carefully accepts the precious item with both hands. Behind her, an elderly man in a suit nods solemnly, having just explained this was her grandmother's final wish. The lawyer gestures respectfully toward official documents spread on the desk showing the transfer is complete. Other family members stand nearby, some wiping their eyes while others smile warmly at the meaningful moment. something valuable being left to someone in a will as a legacy
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'bequeste', derived from Old English 'becwethan' meaning 'to say' or 'to declare'. Originally referred to something 'spoken' or 'declared' before death, as wills were often oral declarations.
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📝Examples
“The eccentric millionaire left a bequest of 100 cats to the local animal shelter.”
“His most valuable bequest wasn't money, but his collection of vintage comic books.”
“She was shocked to discover that her aunt's bequest included a haunted piano.”
“The university established a scholarship fund with the generous bequest from the alumni.”
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