Meaning of the word bequeathed in English

What does bequeathed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bequeathed

US /bɪˈkwiːθd/
UK /bɪˈkwiːθd/

Past Tense

1.

left (a personal estate or one's body) to a person or other beneficiary by a will

Example:
He bequeathed his entire estate to his niece.
The old woman bequeathed her valuable jewelry to her granddaughter.
2.

passed (something) on or left (something) to someone else

Example:
The tradition was bequeathed from generation to generation.
He bequeathed his passion for music to his children.