praelegatum
praelegatum (pree-l[schwa]-gay-t[schwa]m), n. [Latin] Roman law. A legacy to one of several heirs whereby the legatee was entitled to the legacy before the estate was divided. • This was similar to an advancement.
praelegatum (pree-l[schwa]-gay-t[schwa]m), n. [Latin] Roman law. A legacy to one of several heirs whereby the legatee was entitled to the legacy before the estate was divided. • This was similar to an advancement.