letters testamentary

plural noun

, Law.

1. an instrument issued by a court or public official authorizing an executor to take control of and dispose of the estate of a deceased person.

Example Sentences

When a will has been duly proved and allowed, the court issues letters testamentary to the executor.

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Letters testamentary give him the power to act in settling the estate of the deceased.

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What are letters testamentary, and letters of administration?

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