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inter vivos
[ in-ter vahy-vohs, vee- ]
adverb
- (especially of a gift or trust) taking effect during the lifetimes of the parties involved; between living persons.
inter vivos
/ ˈɪntə ˈviːvɒs /
adjective
- law between living people
an inter vivos gift
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Word History and Origins
Origin of inter vivos1
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Example Sentences
But he cannot dispose by will of more than his share of the common property, nor can he part with it gratuitously inter vivos.
What the husband gets possession of is simply his; he can freely dispose of it inter vivos or by will.
Gifts are usually divided into two classes: gifts "inter vivos" and gifts "causa mortis."
The ordinary gift "inter vivos," "between living people" is irrevocable when completed.
If he has not alienated it inter vivos, it will be hers if she survives him.
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