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curator bonis

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curator bo·​nis | \ -ˈbōnə̇s \
plural curators bonis

Definition of curator bonis

Scots law
: a guardian in charge of the goods, property, or person of a minor or incompetent person

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History and Etymology for curator bonis

New Latin, literally, curator for goods

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“Curator bonis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curator%20bonis. Accessed 15 Aug. 2022.

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