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Inheritance

Definition

(formal) The process of receiving or being given something, especially property, money, or a title, from someone who has died; the quality or characteristics that are passed down from parents to their children, especially those that are considered to be desirable or valuable.

Example Sentences

1The family's inheritance of the estate was conditional on their agreeing to maintain the historic mansion in its original state.
2Does the concept of genetic inheritance imply that our traits are predetermined and unchangeable?
3The new tax laws have made it more difficult for people to pass on their inheritance to their children without incurring significant financial penalties.
4Try to avoid conflicts over inheritance by making sure your will is clear and unambiguous.
5There is a growing recognition that cultural inheritance, including language and traditions, is just as important as material wealth.

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