as in gift
something that is or may be inherited
Her watch is a family heirloom.
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There’s also what traditions and heirlooms can do to keep people together.
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Graham Womack, Sacramento Bee, 23 Mar. 2025
The Exchange, on Seed Savers’ website, pairs people who save heirloom seeds with those who want them, all for the price of postage.
—Margaret Roach, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2025
The show will appeal to anyone who needs help displaying their treasured family heirlooms or wants to sit back and enjoy an easy, happy home makeover show without the drama.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2025
Pieces like The Gifts of Kings fabric and heirloom Merino wool garments are on display, encapsulating the maison‘s dedication to sourcing the finest materials.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2025
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Graham Womack, Sacramento Bee, 23 Mar. 2025
The Exchange, on Seed Savers’ website, pairs people who save heirloom seeds with those who want them, all for the price of postage.
—Margaret Roach, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2025
The show will appeal to anyone who needs help displaying their treasured family heirlooms or wants to sit back and enjoy an easy, happy home makeover show without the drama.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2025
Pieces like The Gifts of Kings fabric and heirloom Merino wool garments are on display, encapsulating the maison‘s dedication to sourcing the finest materials.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for heirloom
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“Heirloom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heirloom. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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