omnibus clause

noun

Definitions of omnibus clause

English

(PROBATE) a clause in a will or a provision in a probate judgment that gives all property not specifically mentioned in a will to all named beneficiaries (=people named in a will who receive property from the deceased)

The deceased's children disputed the court's interpretation of the omnibus clause.

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US a law that prohibits attempts to interfere with the administration of the Internal Revenue Code (=US tax laws)

The omnibus clause prohibits a broad category of conduct that interferes with the judicial process.

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a car insurance policy clause that extends coverage to all people driving the car with the owner's permission

The dispute arises with respect to the omnibus clause.