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trustees

Pronunciation: [trʌˈstiːz]

Word

Learn how to use trustees in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “law”

(noun) trustees are people who are responsible for managing something for someone else, usually money or property. They make sure the things are taken care of according to certain rules.

Example

The trustees made sure that the children's education fund was used wisely.

Example

The trustees did not manage the estate well, which caused many problems.

Example

Who are the trustees of the local community center?

Context: “education”

(noun) in schools or organizations, trustees are members of a board that help guide decisions and make sure everything is running correctly. They basically help to oversee the whole place.

Example

The trustees approved new changes to improve the school.

Example

The trustees forgot to discuss the important issues at the last meeting.

Example

How often do the school trustees meet to discuss their plans?

How to pronounce trustees

Pronunciation: [trʌˈstiːz]

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