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Term: Executor

Definition:

An executor refers to an individual appointed by a person who has died to carry out the terms of their will and manage their estate.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A person appointed to carry out the terms of a will.
2. The individual responsible for managing and distributing the assets of a deceased person.
3. In computing, a program or process responsible for performing specific tasks or operations.
4. An administrator or supervisor of a project or organization.

Usages:

1. The executor of her grandfather's will ensured that his estate was distributed according to his wishes.
2. The lawyer acts as the executor of the deceased's estate, handling all legal and financial matters.
3. The operating system assigns an executor to handle background tasks.
4. The project manager was the executor of the company's new venture and ensured its successful completion.

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