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Beneficiary Definition & Meaning

beneficiary
adjective
  1. having or arising from a benefice; "a beneficiary baron"
noun
  1. the recipient of funds or other benefits
  2. the semantic role of the intended recipient who benefits from the happening denoted by the verb in the clause

"Beneficiary" in song lyrics

See how beneficiary is used in real songs:

  • "i'm the beneficiary"
    Coolio — Mary Jane (I'm in Love With)
  • "qmb qualified medicare beneficiary"
    AOL — AOL
  • "fidelity netbenefits for beneficiary"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "beneficiary"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "beneficiary" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for beneficiary to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does beneficiary mean?
having or arising from a benefice; "a beneficiary baron" the recipient of funds or other benefits the semantic role of the intended recipient who benefits from the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
What part of speech is beneficiary?
Beneficiary is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does beneficiary have?
Beneficiary has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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