intrust

1 of 2

verb

in·​trust in-ˈtrəst 

less common spelling of entrust

transitive verb

1

: to confer a trust on

especially : to deliver something in trust to

2

: to commit to another with confidence

in trust

2 of 2

phrase

: in the care or possession of a trustee

The property will be held in trust until he turns 18.

Examples of intrust in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Phrase

Every breakthrough in commerce has required a corresponding breakthrough in trust. — Alex Zuck, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026

The wildlife in Colorado belongs to all of us, and the state is responsible for holding it in trust for the benefit of hunters and non-hunters alike. — The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2026

They’re managed in trust for us by these folks at an agency called the Forest Service, who are public servants, serving us, the public. — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 26 Aug. 2026

The Athletic interviewed nine legal experts, many of whom specialize in trust and estate law, to get their take on the drama and what might happen next. — Mirin Fader, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Phrase

1663, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for intrust

• adjust
• combust
• discussed
• disgust
• distrust
• entrust
• mistrust
• nonplussed
• robust
• sawdust
• stardust
• unjust

Legal Definition

intrust

variant of entrust