nuncupative
/ˈnʌŋkjəˌpeɪtɪv/
adjective
- (Of a will or testament) declared orally, not written down, especially in front of witnesses.
- In some jurisdictions, a nuncupative will is only valid in emergencies.
- The lawyer explained that a nuncupative will must be spoken clearly and witnessed.
- The soldier made a nuncupative will on the battlefield, witnessed by two comrades.
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