A(n) ________ is an oral or deathbed will.

A nuncupative will is a type of will that is typically created orally, often in situations where the testator is unable to create a formal written will, such as when they are facing imminent death. This form of will allows the individual to express their final wishes regarding the distribution of their estate verbally. While it is less formal than a written will, many jurisdictions recognize nuncupative wills under specific conditions, such as requiring witnesses to the spoken declaration.

In contrast, a holographic will is one that is hand-written and signed by the testator, which may not necessarily be oral. A codicil refers to an addition or amendment made to an existing will, which does not fit the definition of an oral will. Intestate succession occurs when an individual dies without a valid will, resulting in their assets being distributed according to state laws on inheritance, which again does not relate to the concept of an oral or deathbed will.