Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
distributee
noun
/ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːtiː/
Definition
A distributee is an individual or entity that receives property or assets from a decedent’s estate or trust after the debts and taxes have been paid.
Examples
- After the will was executed, the distributees gathered to discuss their shares of the inheritance.
- The court appointed a trustee to manage the estate and ensure that all distributees received their rightful portions.
- She was named as a distributee in her uncle’s will, allowing her to claim his assets.
Meaning
In the context of inheritance and estate management, a distributee is someone who inherits or is given a portion of the estate.
Synonyms
- Heir
- Beneficiary
- Receiver
