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The act of bequeathing or leaving by will; as, a bequest of property by A. to B.

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  1. n. The act of bequeathing or leaving by will; as, a bequest of property by A. to B.
  2. n. That which is left by will, esp. personal property; a legacy; also, a gift.
  3. v. t. To bequeath, or leave as a legacy.
  4. n. (law) a gift of personal property by will
  5. n:100 n. (law) a gift of personal property by will