bequeath
Translation
to leave by will, to hand down, to pass on
Examples
He bequeathed his fortune to charity.
He bequeathed his fortune to charity.
She bequeathed a legacy of kindness.
She bequeathed a legacy of kindness.
Grammar Patterns
((to bequeath sth. to sb./sth.)) to leave (sth.) to (sb./sth.) by will He bequeathed his fortune to charity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leave, will, hand down, pass on
Etymology
From Old English 'becweþan', from 'be-' (about) + 'cweþan' (to say). Literally 'to say by will'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'be' + 'quest'. You are leaving a 'quest' (or a legacy) for the next person.