About The Word Nuncupative
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Nuncupative
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What's The Definition Of Nuncupative?Synonyms | Synonyms for Nuncupative: Related Terms | Find terms related to Nuncupative: See Also | Nuncupative In Webster's Dictionary \Nun*cu"pa*tive\, a. [L. nuncupativus nominal: cf.
F. nuncupatif.]
1. Publicly or solemnly declaratory. [Obs.]
2. Nominal; existing only in name. [Obs.]
3. Oral; not written.
{Nuncupative will} or {testament}, a will or testament made
by word of mouth only, before witnesses, as by a soldier
or seaman, and depending on oral testimony for proof.
--Blackstone.
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