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heir Definition and Meaning in English (heir definition)

noun
Synonyms:successorinheritorbeneficiary
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Heir definition: A person who inherits or is entitled to inherit property, rank, title, or position upon the death of another.

Definitions of Heir

  1. 1noun

    A person who inherits or is entitled to inherit property, rank, title, or position upon the death of another.

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“The prince was the sole heir to the throne.”

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nounheiress
nouninheritance

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Heir definition: A person who inherits or is entitled to inherit property, rank, title, or position upon the death of another.
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