English Dictionary

testament

IPA（発音記号）

/ˈtɛst.ə.mənt/

名詞

(law) A solemn, authentic instrument in writing, by which a person declares his or her will as to disposal of his or her inheritance (estate and effects) after his or her death, benefiting specified heir(s).

日本語の意味

遺言書：死後の遺産処分に関する意思表示を記載した正式な文書

She revised her testament to ensure that her estate would provide for her niece's education.

彼女は遺言を改訂して、遺産が姪の教育費を賄うようにした。

意味（1）

(law) A solemn, authentic instrument in writing, by which a person declares his or her will as to disposal of his or her inheritance (estate and effects) after his or her death, benefiting specified heir(s).

意味（2）

One of the two parts to the scriptures of the Christian religion: the New Testament, considered by Christians to be a continuation of the Hebrew scriptures, and the Hebrew scriptures themselves, which they refer to as the Old Testament.

意味（3）

A tangible proof or tribute.

The ancient aqueducts are a testament to the great engineering skill of the Roman Empire.

意味（4）

A credo, expression of conviction

The prime minister's speech was a glowing testament to the cabinet's undying commitment to the royal cause.

testaments （ plural ）