rule of cy pres

rule of cy pres
noun
a rule that when literal compliance is impossible the intention of a donor or testator should be carried out as nearly as possible
Syn: ↑cy pres, ↑cy pres doctrine
Hypernyms: ↑rule, ↑regulation

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