testament

US /ˈtɛstəmənt/

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UK /ˈtestəmənt/

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noun

  • A covenant or dispensation; especially one of the two major divisions of the Bible (the Old Testament and the New Testament).
  • Evidence or proof (usually of something good)
  • A person's will, especially regarding the disposal of their property.

Examples

The monument is a worthy testament to the courage of the men who fought in the war.

The immaculate state of the garden bears testament to a lifetime's effort.