Probates
/ˈproʊ.beɪts/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular present tense of probate, meaning to officially prove a will in court.
The court probates the will before distribution of assets.
- (n.) Plural form of probate, referring to the legal process by which a will is proved valid and the estate is administered.
The law firm handles multiple probates each year.
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Commentary
Probates is primarily used as the plural noun or third-person singular verb form of probate, with substantive legal meaning residing in the base term 'probate.'
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