Whole Life Insurance

/ˌhoʊl laɪf ɪnˈʃʊərəns/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A type of permanent life insurance that provides coverage for the insured's entire lifetime, featuring fixed premiums and a cash value component.
    She chose whole life insurance to ensure lifelong financial protection for her beneficiaries.

Forms

  • whole life insurance

Commentary

Whole life insurance is characterized by lifelong coverage and a savings element; distinguish it from term life insurance that covers a fixed period.

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