CODICIL

codicil

(noun) a supplement to a will; a testamentary instrument intended to alter an already executed will

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

codicil (plural codicils)

(legal) An addition or supplement that explains, modifies, or revokes a will or part of one.

Anagrams

• clidoic

Source: Wiktionary


Cod"i*cil, n. Etym: [L. codicillus, dim. of codex: cf. F. codicille. See Code.] (Law)

Definition: A clause added to a will.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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