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Rule of cy pres   /rul əv saɪ prɛz/   Listen
Rule of cy pres

noun
1.
A rule that when literal compliance is impossible the intention of a donor or testator should be carried out as nearly as possible.  Synonyms: cy pres, cy pres doctrine.





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