Executor

/ɪɡˈzɛkjʊtər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A person appointed to carry out the terms of a will.
    The executor managed the distribution of the deceased's estate.

Forms

  • executors

Commentary

Ensure the executor is explicitly named in the will to avoid appointment disputes.

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