Heirloom: meaning, definitions and examples
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heirloom
[ ˈɛrluːm ]
family inheritance
An heirloom is a valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations and is passed down as an inheritance.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The antique clock in the living room is a cherished family heirloom.
- My grandmother gave me her heirloom necklace on my 18th birthday.
- The heirloom silverware set has been in our family for over a hundred years.
Translations
Translations of the word "heirloom" in other languages:
🇵🇹 herança
🇮🇳 विरासत
🇩🇪 Erbstück
🇮🇩 warisan
🇺🇦 спадок
🇵🇱 dziedzictwo
🇯🇵 家宝 (kaho)
🇫🇷 héritage
🇪🇸 herencia
🇹🇷 miras
🇰🇷 유산 (yusan)
🇸🇦 ميراث
🇨🇿 dědictví
🇸🇰 dedičstvo
🇨🇳 传家宝 (chuánjiābǎo)
🇸🇮 dedščina
🇮🇸 arfleifð
🇰🇿 мұра
🇬🇪 მემკვიდრეობა
🇦🇿 irsi
🇲🇽 herencia
Word origin
The word 'heirloom' originated from the Middle English term 'erelyme', which meant a valuable possession passed down from generation to generation. Heirlooms hold sentimental value and are often treasured for their historical significance within a family. The tradition of passing down heirlooms dates back centuries, symbolizing continuity and connection to one's heritage.