Heir

/er/

noun

A person who will legally receive property, money, title, etc., from another person when that person dies.

She is the heir to her father's estate.

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Often used in legal scenarios concerning wills, estates or succession rights.

As the eldest child, he was the primary heir to the family mansion.

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Heirs are usually family members but can also be friends or organizations.

The charity was named as his heir, surprising his relatives.

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Heir traditions can vary widely by culture; some societies prioritize male heirs.

In her culture, the title of 'heir' could not pass to a daughter.

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