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precatory

Pronunciation: /ˈprɛkət(ə)ri/

Definition of precatory

adjective

formal
  • relating to or expressing a wish or request.
  • Law (in a will) expressing a wish or request of the testator but not necessarily binding.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from late Latin precatorius, from precat- 'prayed', from the verb precari

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