Eschewed
/ɪsˈtʃuːd/
Definitions
- (v. (past tense)) Past tense of eschew, meaning to deliberately avoid or abstain from something, especially to avoid legal rights or property.
The heir eschewed his claim to the estate in favor of charity.
Forms
- eschew (base form)
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'eschew' often relates to intentional avoidance of rights or property, distinct from 'escheat' which refers to the transfer of property to the state.
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