01 a. Noting the case of a noun which expresses the remoter object, and is generally indicated in English by to or for with the objective.
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Noting the case of a noun which expresses the remoter object, and is generally indicated in English by to or for with the objective.(Gram.)
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In one's gift; capable of being disposed of at will and pleasure, as an office.(Law)
Phrases & compounds
Dative executor —
one appointed by the judge of probate, his office answering to that of an administrator.