Heirloom Definition & Meaning
heirloom
- noun
- (law) any property that is considered by law or custom as inseparable from an inheritance is inherited with that inheritance
- something that has been in a family for generations
"Heirloom" in song lyrics
See how heirloom is used in real songs:
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"Time keeper for the Reaper, the family heirloom"
Aceyalone — The Grandfather Clock -
"The roasted peppers, sweet tomatos heirloom"
Action Bronson — Shiraz -
"broyhill attic heirloom"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with heirloom
Usage tips for "heirloom"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does heirloom mean?
- (law) any property that is considered by law or custom as inseparable from an inheritance is inherited with that inheritance something that has been in a family for generations
- What part of speech is heirloom?
- Heirloom is a noun.
- How many definitions does heirloom have?
- Heirloom has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).