Definition of Cy pres

1. Noun. A rule that when literal compliance is impossible the intention of a donor or testator should be carried out as nearly as possible.

Exact synonyms: Cy Pres Doctrine, Rule Of Cy Pres
Generic synonyms: Regulation, Rule

Definition of Cy pres

1. Noun. (legal) In the law governing charitable trusts, the doctrine that a court may direct the funds of the trust to a best alternative, to be chosen when the original beneficiary is no longer a choice. ¹

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Cy Pres

cwms
cwt
cwt.
cwtch
cwtched
cwtches
cwtching
cxl
cxlv
cxv
cxx
cxxv
cxxx
cxxxv
cy-près
cy pres (current term)
cy pres doctrine
cyamelide
cyamemazine
cyan
cyan-
cyanaemia
cyanalcohols
cyanamid
cyanamide
cyanamides
cyanamids
cyanate
cyanate permease
cyanated

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