Testator (Noun)
Meaning
A person who makes a will.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The testator had specified in her will that her entire estate be left to her favorite charity.
- As the testator's lawyer, it was his duty to ensure that the will was executed according to her wishes.
- The court ruled that the testator had been of sound mind when she signed the will, despite the objections of her relatives.
- The testator's decision to leave her vast fortune to her pet cat sparked controversy among her family members.
- The lawyer carefully reviewed the testator's will to ensure that all the necessary formalities had been followed.