settlement option

settlement option
An option provided for the insured under a life insurance policy, respecting the method and time of payment of the proceeds of the insurance. An option provided the annuitant under an annuity contract in reference to taking a straight annuity, an annuity with refund to a designated beneficiary, or an annuity with a contingent beneficiary. A similar option under a pension or retirement plan.

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