executory interest
- A right to own property, especially real estate, that one receives only if certain conditions are met
- His will stipulates an executory interest in the mansion, granted only if his nephew graduates college.
- The executory interest in the ranch is only transferable to those who stay and work there for at least five years.
- The executory interest in his father's business was contingent on her taking over its operations.
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