executor

Definition

The person appointed to administer a deceased person's estate according to their will, essentially the project manager of death. It's like being designated driver, but for someone's entire legacy.

Example Usage

As executor, she spent two years sorting through her father's assets, debts, and collection of vintage typewriters.

Origin

From Latin 'exsequi' meaning 'to follow out' or 'to accomplish'

Fun Fact

Being named executor is often considered an honor, until you realize it's unpaid work involving feuding relatives and extensive paperwork.

Source: Estate planning and probate terminology

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