ESCHEATS
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Escheats.
Escheats - as a noun
A reversion to the state (as the ultimate owner of property) in the absence of legal heirs
The property that reverts to the state
Escheats - as a verb
To put (land, property) in escheat; to confiscate.
To revert to a state or lord because its previous owner died without an heir.
Example Sentences
"The department of revenue handled the escheats of abandoned bank accounts."
"The lawyer specialized in managing escheats for wealthy clients."
"The state treasurer is responsible for overseeing the escheats of unclaimed assets."
"The court ordered the escheats of the estate to be distributed among various charities."
"Public databases are used to search for potential escheats of unclaimed funds."
Word Game Points
Is ESCHEATS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, escheats is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ESCHEATS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is ESCHEATS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, escheats is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordESCHEATS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is ESCHEATS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, escheats is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordESCHEATS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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