testandi

/tɛsˈtændaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

To appoint or name a person to be in charge of the administration of an estate after one’s death.

“The testator decided to testandi his nephew to manage his vast inheritance.”

2. noun

A clause in a will or testament that appoints a person to be in charge of the administration of an estate.

“The testandi clause in his will specified his brother as the executor.”

Synonyms

  • appoint
  • designate
  • name

Antonyms

  • dismiss
  • remove