Executor (noun)

1. A person appointed by a testator to carry out the terms of their will.
2. A person who is responsible for carrying out the instructions or carrying out a plan or task.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin executor, from exsequi "follow out", from ex- "out" + sequi "follow".

Examples:

1. The deceased's assets were distributed among the beneficiaries according to the instructions in the will by the executor of the estate.
2. The executor of the project was responsible for making sure that everything was completed on time and within budget.
3. After the death of the man, his son was appointed as the executor of his estate.
4. The executor of the will had the responsibility of selling the deceased's property.
5. The executor was tasked with carrying out the terms of the will and distributing the assets to the beneficiaries.