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Definition of cy pres
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a rule providing for the interpretation of instruments in equity as nearly as possible in conformity to the intention of the testator when literal construction is illegal, impracticable, or impossible
— called also cy pres doctrine
cy pres
adverbDefinition of cy pres (Entry 2 of 2)
: in accordance with the rule of cy pres
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“Cy pres.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cy%20pres. Accessed 17 Jun. 2021.
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cy pres
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Legal Definition of cy pres
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a rule in the law of trusts and estates that provides for the interpretation of instruments as nearly as possible in conformity with the intention of the testator when literal construction is illegal, impracticable, or impossible
cy pres
adverbLegal Definition of cy pres (Entry 2 of 2)
: in accordance with the rule of cy pres
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The first known use of cy pres was in 1802
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