as in gift
something that is or may be inherited
Her watch is a family heirloom.
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Recent Examples of heirloom
Among the heirlooms was a double-tiered necklace created with what appear to be stacks of square-cut diamonds with a string of rounder stones.
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 8 May 2025
The layering of necklaces revealed personal symbols, heirloom motifs and a blend of masculine glamour with personal storytelling.
—Manglien Gangte, Vogue, 6 May 2025
In one of the most heartbreaking incidents, Lamia sells his family heirloom watch in exchange for counterfeit money.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 19 May 2025
From heirlooms to new finds, decorative china is making a comeback.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 8 May 2025
The layering of necklaces revealed personal symbols, heirloom motifs and a blend of masculine glamour with personal storytelling.
—Manglien Gangte, Vogue, 6 May 2025
In one of the most heartbreaking incidents, Lamia sells his family heirloom watch in exchange for counterfeit money.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 19 May 2025
From heirlooms to new finds, decorative china is making a comeback.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for heirloom
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heirloom
gift
Noun
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The pope has always had a gift for diplomacy and working peacefully with all kinds of people, said his oldest brother, 73-year-old Louis Prevost of Florida, during an interview with the Tribune earlier this month.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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The White House said the plane was a gift to the Department of Defense, and would go through the legal protocols required when something is given to the government.—
Kat Lonsdorf,
NPR,
21 May 2025
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“Heirloom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heirloom. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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