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Residuary (Adjective)

Relating to or indicating a remainder; "residual quantity".

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Entitled to the residue of an estate (after payment of debts and specific gifts); "the residuary part of the estate"; "the residuary beneficiary".

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

The residuary beneficiary of the will was the deceased's youngest child, who inherited the majority of the estate.
The residuary part of the estate was divided equally among the surviving siblings, as per the deceased's wishes.
After paying off the outstanding debts and specific gifts, the residuary amount was substantial enough to set up a trust fund for the grandchildren.
The lawyer explained that the residuary clause in the will would ensure that the remaining assets were distributed fairly among the beneficiaries.
As the residuary beneficiary, the niece was entitled to the entire residue of the estate, including the property and investments.