prec·a·to·ry (pr k  -tôr  , -t r) also prec·a·tive (-t v)adj. Relating to or expressing entreaty or supplication. [Late Latin prec  trius, from Latin precr , to entreat; see precarious.] |
precatory [ˈprɛkətərɪ -trɪ]
adj
Rare of, involving, or expressing entreaty; supplicatory Also precative [ˈprɛkətɪv]
[from Late Latin precātōrius relating to petitions, from Latin precārī to beg, pray]
precatory - Words of recommendation, request, entreaty, wish, or expectation, employed in wills, as distinguished from express directions.
See also related terms for request.
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| Adj. | 1. | precatory - expressing entreaty or supplication; "precatory overtures" |
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