beneficiary

noun adjective

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: ben-e-fi-ci-ar-y (6)

English Definition

A person who derives advantage from something, especially a trust, will, or life insurance policy.

Example Sentence

She was the sole beneficiary of her father's life insurance.

US IPA /ˌbenɪˈfɪʃieri/
UK IPA /ˌbenɪˈfɪʃəri/