Birthright

usgb/ˈbɜːrθraɪt/
noun

Something that you have a right to because you were born into a particular position, family, place, etc, or something that you feel you have a right to because of the society or times you live in.

She considered the royal status as her birthright.
Visual representation of "birthright" - Something that you have a right to because you were born into a particular position, family, place, etc, or something that you feel you have a right to because of the society or times you live in.

Often appears as...

  • claim one's birthright
  • deny someone's birthright
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Legal Right

A birthright often refers to legal entitlements due to familial ties or citizenship.

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Citizenship by birth is a birthright in many countries.
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Non-transferable

A birthright is typically non-transferable, remaining with an individual for life.

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No matter where you go, your birthright stays with you.
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Figurative Use

Metaphorically, it can mean something believed to be owed to someone by virtue of their humanity.

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Freedom of speech is considered a birthright in a democracy.
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