administratrix
An antiquated term for a female administrater of an estate. See: Administraton of Estate
Definition from Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary
An outdated term for a female administrator -- the person appointed by a court to handle probate on behalf of someone who died without a will. Now, whether male or female, this person is called the administrator or, in some states, personal representative.
Definition provided by Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary.
August 19, 2010, 5:10 pm
