in terrorem clause

in ter·ro·rem clause

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Definitions of in terrorem clause words

noun in terrorem clause a clause in a will stating that a beneficiary who contests the will shall lose his or her legacy. 1
noun in terrorem clause (law): A provision in a will that disinherits any beneficiary who raises a challenge against the will. 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 2% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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