Meaning of the word legatee in English

What does legatee mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

legatee

US /ˌleɡ.əˈtiː/
UK /ˌleɡəˈtiː/

Noun

a person who receives a legacy; an heir

Example:
As the sole legatee, she inherited the entire estate.
The will named several charitable organizations as legatees.