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Meaning of unbequeathed
The primary meaning of the word "unbequeathed" refers to something that has not been left or given to someone in a will.
Etymology of unbequeathed
The word "unbequeathed" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning not, and "bequeath" which means to leave or give something to someone in a will
The term "bequeath" comes from Old French "bequester" or "bequeter", which is derived from Old English "bēcweþan" or "bīcweþan", and is related to the Old English word "cweþan", meaning to say or speak
Historically, the word "unbequeathed" has been used to describe property, assets, or rights that have not been transferred or left to someone through a will or inheritance
Synonyms
Definitions
- Not given or left to someone in a will
- * Not passed on or transferred to someone
- * Retained or withheld, rather than being given or left to someone
Usage Examples
- The estate remained unbequeathed, as the deceased had not written a will
- * The family heirlooms were left unbequeathed, and were instead sold at auction
- * The company's assets were unbequeathed to any single individual, and were instead divided among the shareholders