nuncupative

a. [ L. nuncupativus nominal: cf. F. nuncupatif. ] 1. Publicly or solemnly declaratory. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

2. Nominal; existing only in name. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

3. Oral; not written. [ 1913 Webster ]

Nuncupative will or
Nuncupative testament, a will or testament made by word of mouth only, before witnesses, as by a soldier or seaman, and depending on oral testimony for proof. Blackstone. [ 1913 Webster ]