devisee
noun
de·vi·see ˌde-və-ˈzē 
di-ˌvī-ˈzē
: one to whom a devise of property is made
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web When a person dies, his claim passes to his heirs or devisees, subject to the administration of his estate. 
Virginia Hammerle, Dallas News, 26 Jan. 2020
Virginia Hammerle, Dallas News, 26 Jan. 2020 Word History
First Known Use
1543, in the meaning defined above
Legal Definition
devisee
noun
de·vi·see ˌde-və-ˈzē, di-ˌvī-ˈzē
: one to whom a devise of property is made compare heir, legatee, next of kin
devisees
noun
as in legatees
Synonyms & Similar Words
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