Word Meaning

Meaning of beneficiary

- Holding some office or valuable possession, in subordination to another; holding under a feudal or other superior; having a dependent and secondary possession.
- Bestowed as a gratuity; as, beneficiary gifts.
- A feudatory or vassal; hence, one who holds a benefice and uses its proceeds.
- One who receives anything as a gift; one who receives a benefit or advantage; esp. one who receives help or income from an educational fund or a trust estate.

Crossword clue for beneficiary

- Heir