Every devise shall convey the entire estate of the testator in the lands, unless the contrary intent plainly appear from the words and context of the will.
Code 1858, § 2164 (deriv. Acts 1784 (Apr.), ch. 22, § 12); Shan., § 3897; Code 1932, § 8091; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 32-302.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Chapter 3 - Construction, Operation and Effect
§ 32-3-103. Pretermitted Child
§ 32-3-104. Death of Class Member Before Time of Enjoyment
§ 32-3-105. Death of Devisee or Legatee Before Death of Testator
§ 32-3-109. Trials for Construction or Interpretation of Wills — Jurisdiction of Courts
§ 32-3-110. Power of Appointment
§ 32-3-112. Disposition of Residue
§ 32-3-114. Modification of Will to Achieve Testator's Objectives