Trustee Definition

trustee
noun
  1. a person (or institution) to whom legal title to property is entrusted to use for another's benefit
  2. members of a governing board

"Trustee" in song lyrics

See how trustee is used in real songs:

  • "Quick to check a trustee"
    AllFrumThaI — County Jail
  • "I had a pack, but traded 'em to the trustee"
    Convicts — Penitentiary Blues
  • "Sometimes I'm like a white man no trustee"
    Freddie Foxxx (Bumpy Knuckles) — P.A.I.N.E.

Usage tips for "trustee"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "trustee" 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 trustee to find words that pair well.

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