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cy-pres

Syllabification: (cy-pres)
Pronunciation: /sēˈprā/

Definition of cy-pres

adverb & adjective

Law
  • as near as possible to the testator’s or donor’s intentions when these cannot be precisely followed.

Origin:

early 19th century: from a late Anglo-Norman French variant of French si près 'so near'

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