intestacy
pronunciation
How to pronounce intestacy in British English: UK [ɪn'testəsɪ]
How to pronounce intestacy in American English: US [ɪn'testəsɪ]
Word Origin
- intestacy (n.)
- 1767, from intestate + -acy.
Example
- 1. Wills should be construed to avoid intestacy whenever possible .
- 2. The law of the last domicile governs intestacy .