legatee
nounHow many syllables in legatee?
There are 3 syllables in the word legatee.How to pronounce legatee:
Definition of legatee:
- legatee (noun):
- the recipient of a legacy
- noun. someone to whom a legacy is bequeathed.
- one to whom a legacy is bequeathed or a devise is given
Synonyms for legatee:
beneficiary
descendant
descendent
donee
heir
inheritor
recipient
Antonyms for legatee:
heir-at-law
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