What is "precatory" in English? Definition and Explanations

Updated: 21-10-2026 by Wikilanguages.net
☞ share facebook ☞ share twitter

What does precatory mean in English? Meaning of precatory definition and abbreviation with examples.

EnglishEnglish
pronunciation pronunciation

What is "precatory" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "precatory": expressing entreaty or supplication

Adjective

  • Meaning: expressing entreaty or supplication
  • Example: precatory overtures
  • Synonyms: precative precatory
  • Similar: beseeching imploring pleading
  • Adjective: Expressing a wish. 1827, Sir Walter Scott, The Journal of Sir Walter Scott, "December 1827": December 8. . . . A precatory letter from Gillies. I must do Molière for him, I suppose; but it is wonderful that knowing the situation I am in, the poor fellow presses so hard.1827, Sir Walter Scott, The Journal of Sir Walter Scott, "December 1827": December 8. . . . A precatory letter from Gillies. I must do Molière for him, I suppose; but it is wonderful that knowing the situation I am in, the poor fellow presses so hard.(law) Expressing a wish but not creating any legal obligation or duty. precatory words in a will
  • English

    Related Dictionary

    Read more

    English speaking countries and territories

    All Dictionary for you

    English DictionaryEnglish

    precatory in English: precatory
    🔝