testament
Americannoun
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Law.
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either of the two major portions of the Bible: the Mosaic or old covenant or dispensation, or the Christian or new covenant or dispensation.
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(initial capital letter) the New Testament, as distinct from the Old Testament.
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(initial capital letter) a copy of the New Testament.
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a covenant, especially between God and humans.
noun
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law a will setting out the disposition of personal property (esp in the phrase last will and testament )
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a proof, attestation, or tribute
his success was a testament to his skills
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a covenant instituted between God and man, esp the covenant of Moses or that instituted by Christ
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a copy of either the Old or the New Testament, or of the complete Bible
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noun
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either of the two main parts of the Bible; the Old Testament or the New Testament
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the New Testament as distinct from the Old
Other Word Forms
- testamental adjective
Etymology
Origin of testament
1250–1300; Middle English: will, covenant < Latin testāmentum, equivalent to testā ( rī ) to bear witness ( testate ) + -mentum -ment
Example Sentences
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"It is a testament to how we can 'figure it out' rather than 'fight it out' when we wish to interact with each other."
From Barron's
New Edition commanded the stage with undeniable energy, delivering polished, in-sync choreography, a testament to the foundation laid early on and the lasting imprint of the band’s original manager and choreographer, Brooke Payne.
From Los Angeles Times
"It's a testament to how the latest generation of computational models can transform our understanding of other planets."
From Science Daily
Half of his 24 Grand Slams have come after he turned 30, testament to how he has looked after himself.
From Barron's
“Her journey stands as a testament to the belief that everyone, irrespective of their circumstances, deserves to feel valued,” her founder page on the the Beauty 2 The Streetz website said.
From Los Angeles Times
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