trustees Meaning & Definition
ˌtrə-ˈstē
What Does Trustees Mean?
Trustees is used as a noun meaning a natural or legal person to whom property is legally committed to be administered for the benefit of a beneficiary (such as a person or a charitable organization). It can also mean one (such as a corporate director) occupying a position of trust and performing functions comparable to those of a trustee. As a verb, it means to commit to the care of a trustee.
Trustees: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌtrə-ˈstē/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
Trustees Definition (Noun)
- a natural or legal person to whom property is legally committed to be administered for the benefit of a beneficiary (such as a person or a charitable organization)
- one (such as a corporate director) occupying a position of trust and performing functions comparable to those of a trustee
- one to whom something is entrusted
- a country charged with the supervision of a trust territory
- trusty
Trustees as a Verb
- to commit to the care of a trustee
- to serve as trustee
Synonyms of Trustees
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Trustees synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
trustee
trustees
trusty
trust·eed
trust·ee·ing
trusteed
trusteeing
Words That Rhyme With Trustees
First Known Use
1636
1818t
How to Pronounce Trustees
The standard pronunciation of trustees is /ˌtrə-ˈstē/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (stē).