heir

Betekenis

Noun

1. Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
2. One who inherits, or has been designated to inherit, a hereditary title or office.
3. A successor in a role, representing continuity with the predecessor.

Verb

To inherit.

Uitgesproken als (IPA)

/ɛɚ/

Etymologie

From Middle English heir, from Anglo-Norman eir, heir, from Latin hērēs.

Zinnen

There is no heir to the barony or baronetcy .

Er is geen erfgenaam van de baronie of baronetcy.