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Meaning of Bequeath
According to Merriam-Webster, "bequeath" means to leave or give (something) to someone in a will, or to hand down or pass on (something) to someone or something.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines "bequeath" as to leave or give (property, money, etc.) to someone in a will, or to pass on or hand down (a quality, tradition, etc.) to someone or something.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "bequeath" as to leave something to someone in a will, or to pass something on to someone or something.
Example Uses
- The wealthy businessman bequeathed his vast fortune to his grandchildren.
- She bequeathed her collection of rare books to the university library.
- The company will bequeath its assets to the new owner after the merger.
- The artist bequeathed her talent to her students through her teachings.