executory Meaning, Definition & Usage

Ex*ec"u*to*ry adjective

Etymology

LL. executorius, L. exsecutorius: cf.F. exécutoire.

Definitions

1. Pertaining to administration, or putting the laws in force; executive.

   The official and executory duties of government. Burke.

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.