Pronunciation:
[tess-tay-tor] •
(noun)
Common Abbreviations: test.
Related Resources:
Wills,
Estates and Probate
Definition:
A man who writes a valid will before his death.
Related Terms
• administration
• administrator
• codicil
• dower
• dowry
• estate
• executor
• executrix
• intestate
• probate
• testatrix
• will
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