Codicil: meaning, definitions and examples
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codicil
[ หkลdษหsษl ]
legal document
A codicil is a legal document that modifies, amends, or supplements a previously executed will. It allows the testator to make changes to their will without having to rewrite the entire document. Codicils must comply with the same legal formalities as the original will to be valid.
Synonyms
addition, amendment, modification.
Examples of usage
- She added a codicil to her will.
- The codicil updated the beneficiary's details.
- After much thought, he decided to create a codicil.
Translations
Translations of the word "codicil" in other languages:
๐ต๐น codicilo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคกเคฟเคธเคฟเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Nachtrag
๐ฎ๐ฉ codicil
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะพะดะธัะธะป
๐ต๐ฑ kodeks
๐ฏ๐ต ไป่จ (ใตใใ)
๐ซ๐ท codicille
๐ช๐ธ codicilo
๐น๐ท codicil
๐ฐ๐ท ์ถ๊ฐ ์กฐํญ (์ถ๊ฐ์กฐํญ)
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฐูุฑุฉ ุฅุถุงููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ dodatek
๐ธ๐ฐ dodatok
๐จ๐ณ ้่จ (fรนyรกn)
๐ธ๐ฎ dodatek
๐ฎ๐ธ viรฐbรณt
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะพััะผัะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ษlavษ
๐ฒ๐ฝ codicilo
Etymology
The term 'codicil' originates from the Latin word 'codicillus', which is a diminutive form of 'codex', meaning a book or a manuscript. In historical contexts, the codex referred to a written document or book, particularly one that is bound and has pages. The use of 'codicil' in legal terminology emerged as a way to describe a supplementary text to a will. It became recognized in the legal systems to facilitate changes in a person's testamentary intentions without needing to create an entirely new will. This reflects the broader historical practices of adapting legal documents as personal circumstances or preferences evolve. Over time, the use of codicils has become a standard part of estate planning and legal practices related to wills, and it remains an important tool for individuals to ensure their final wishes are accurately represented.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,335, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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