aditio

noun

adi·​tio

ə-ˈdi-shē-ˌō

plural -s

Roman law

: the informal acceptance by an outsider of heirship

broadly : the vesting of the inheritance in an heir to a testate or intestate estate or the entering into the inheritance

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin, from Latin, approach, from aditus (past participle) + -io -ion

First Known Use

1762, in the meaning defined above

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now