inheritance
|in-her-it-ance|
B2
/ɪnˈhɛrɪtəns/
receiving from the past
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inheritance' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'enheritaunce,' where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'heriter' meant 'to inherit.'
Historical Evolution
'enheritaunce' transformed into the modern English word 'inheritance' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to receive as an heir,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of receiving property, money, or a title from someone who has died.
She received a large inheritance from her grandmother.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40