Posthumous
/ˈpɒstʃʊməs/
Definitions
- (adj.) Occurring or awarded after the death of the originator, especially concerning publications, honors, or legal actions.
The author received posthumous recognition for his unpublished manuscript.
- (adj.) Born after the death of one's father, as in the case of a posthumous child.
The will provided an inheritance for the posthumous child of the deceased.
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In legal drafting, clarify whether 'posthumous' refers to dates, honors, or heirs to avoid ambiguity in interpretation.
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