Administratrix is a legal term used to refer to a female administrator. The word is spelled with the letters a-d-m-i-n-i-s-t-r-a-t-r-i-x. The first syllable is pronounced with the vowel sound 'æ' as in the word 'cat.' The second syllable is pronounced 'min' with a short 'i' sound as in 'sit.' The following syllable is pronounced with the vowel sound 'e' as in 'bed.' The fourth syllable is said with a long 'i' sound as in 'ride.' The final syllable is pronounced with the consonant sound 'ks.'
An administratrix refers to a specific legal role or position held by a woman who has been appointed by a court to manage the estate of a deceased person who died without leaving a valid will or testamentary document. An administratrix is essentially a female administrator or executor entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the administration of the deceased individual's assets and liabilities in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
The main duties of an administratrix include the collection, preservation, and distribution of the deceased's property and assets, settling outstanding debts and claims against the estate, and ensuring that all legal obligations and requirements are fulfilled throughout the administration process. This may involve managing financial affairs, selling or transferring property ownership, liquidating assets, filing tax returns, and resolving any disputes that may arise among the heirs or creditors.
The appointment of an administratrix typically occurs when there is no valid will or when the deceased person failed to name a specific executor in their will. The court will determine the most suitable person to fulfill the role based on certain factors, such as their relationship to the deceased, level of trustworthiness, and ability to carry out the necessary administrative tasks.
Overall, an administratrix serves as a fiduciary and acts in the best interests of the estate and its beneficiaries, ensuring that the deceased's assets are accounted for, debts are paid, and the remaining estate is properly distributed.
The woman who carries into effect or directs.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "administratrix" has its roots in Latin. "Administra" means "to manage" or "to administer", while the suffix "-trix" denotes a feminine form. In the context of law and inheritance, an administratrix is a female administrator or executor who handles the estate of a deceased person when no executor or male administrator has been appointed. The term is derived from the Latin "administratric-" in the genitive form "administratricis", which signifies the female role in administration or management.