Bequeath Definition & Meaning
bequeath
- verb
- leave or give by will after one's death; "My aunt bequeathed me all her jewelry"; "My grandfather left me his entire estate"
"Bequeath" in song lyrics
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"My stained blood to Tarquin I'll bequeath,"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece
Words that rhyme with bequeath
Usage tips for "bequeath"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does bequeath mean?
- leave or give by will after one's death; "My aunt bequeathed me all her jewelry"; "My grandfather left me his entire estate"
- What part of speech is bequeath?
- Bequeath is a verb.