probate court

pro·bate court

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Definitions of probate court words

noun probate court a special court with power over administration of estates of deceased persons, the probate of wills, etc. 1
noun probate court a court that deals with matters of probate 0
noun probate court a court having jurisdiction over the probating of wills, the administration of estates, and, usually, the guardianship of minors and incompetents 0

before 1720

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An Americanism dating back to 1720-30

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