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precatory

Precatory (adj) means expressing a wish.

adj
1
Expressing a wish.
2
Expressing a wish but not creating any legal obligation or duty.
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Etymology

From Late Latin precatorius, from Latin precari (“to pray”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of precatory?

"precatory" (adj) means expressing a wish.

What are the different meanings of precatory?

"precatory" has 2 main meanings: 1. Expressing a wish; 2. Expressing a wish but not creating any legal obligation or duty.

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