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trustee

1 of 1noun
/trʌˈsti/
Forms:trustees
1

a person or group of people who control the property or money that belongs to another person

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  • The trustee managed the estate to ensure the beneficiaries received their inheritance according to the will.
  • She was appointed as a trustee to oversee the charitable foundation's funds and ensure they were used properly.
  • As a trustee, he had a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of the trust's beneficiaries.
  • The board of trustees met quarterly to review the financial health and strategic direction of the organization.
  • The trustee made investments on behalf of the trust to grow its assets over time.
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2

a member of a governing board or organization responsible for oversight and decision-making

  • The university trustee attended the board meeting.
  • Trustees voted on the annual budget and policy changes.
  • Trustees are responsible for setting strategic priorities.
  • The board of trustees governs the museum's operations.
  • A trustee helped draft new governance policies.
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