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executory, a. [LL. executorius, L. exsecutorius: cf.F. exécutoire.].
- Pertaining to administration, or putting the laws in force; executive. [1913 Webster]"The official and executory duties of government." [1913 Webster]
- 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. [1913 Webster]
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