Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: bequeath
IPA transcription: [bɪkw'iθ]
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: bequeath, will, leave
    Meaning: leave or give by will after one's death; "My aunt bequeathed me all her jewelry"; "My grandfather left me his entire estate"
Usage examples
  • When she had finished, she returned the miniature to Emily. 'Keep it,' said she, 'I bequeath it to you, for I must believe it is your right.
  • And with such a diet they may be expected to live in peace and health to a good old age, and bequeath a similar life to their children after them.
  • I may go rather recklessly to work and make a large investment in this necklace; it will be something for Lady Jocelyn to bequeath to her children.