collateral relativeglossary / collateral relative A relative who is not in the direct line of descent, such as a cousin. [Cases: Descent and Distribution 32–41. C.J.S. Descent and Distribution §§ 29, 38–49.] 词条贡献者 双语律师Benita,国际知名法学院金融专业,擅长翻译各类与项目开发及融资相关的法律文件。