I. ˌsī-ˈprā, ˌsē- noun
Etymology: Anglo-French, so near, as near (as may be)
Date: 1802
: a rule providing for the interpretation of instruments in equity as nearly as possible in conformity to the intention of the testator when literal construction is illegal, impracticable, or impossible — called also cy pres doctrine
II. adverb
Date: 1885
: in accordance with the rule of cy pres