'Executory' definitions:

Definition of 'Executory'

From: GCIDE
  • Executory \Ex*ec"u*to*ry\, a. [LL. executorius, L. exsecutorius: cf.F. ex['e]cutoire.]
  • 1. Pertaining to administration, or putting the laws in force; executive. [1913 Webster]
  • The official and executory duties of government. --Burke. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Law) Designed to be executed or carried into effect in time to come, or to take effect on a future contingency; as, an executory devise, reminder, or estate; an executory contract. --Blackstone. [1913 Webster]

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