Trusts & Estates

Beneficiary

/ ben-eh-FISH-ee-air-ee /

Definition

A person who receives benefits from a will, trust, or insurance policy.

Used in Context

“The beneficiary received the proceeds of the life insurance policy.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: beneficium, benefit

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