orphan's court
noun
: a probate court with jurisdiction in some states over the affairs of minors and the administration of estates
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“Orphan's court.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orphan%27s%20court. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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