Heritage
/ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) Property, rights, or cultural attributes passed down from ancestors.
The family estate is part of their heritage.
- (n.) Valuable traditions, monuments, or artifacts inherited from the past.
The community preserves its architectural heritage carefully.
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Commentary
Use 'heritage' to emphasize both tangible and intangible legacies; clarify context to distinguish legal property from cultural significance.
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