Heirlooms: meaning, definitions and examples
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heirlooms
[ ˈɛr.luːmz ]
family treasures
Heirlooms are valuable objects that have been passed down within a family from generation to generation. They often hold sentimental value and are considered important pieces of family history.
Synonyms
ancestral possessions, family keepsakes.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| heirlooms |
Heirlooms are items that have been passed down through generations in a family and usually have both sentimental and monetary value.
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| ancestral possessions |
Ancestral possessions are valuable items or property from ancestors that are often used to denote heritage or historical importance.
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| family keepsakes |
Family keepsakes are small objects kept for sentimental reasons, often reminding someone of a family member or cherished memories.
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Examples of usage
- These heirlooms include antique jewellery, old photographs, and handmade furniture.
- The heirlooms in this family date back to the 18th century and have been carefully preserved over the years.
Translations
Translations of the word "heirlooms" in other languages:
🇵🇹 relíquias
🇮🇳 पारिवारिक विरासत
🇩🇪 Erbstücke
🇮🇩 pusaka
🇺🇦 реліквії
🇵🇱 pamiątki rodzinne
🇯🇵 家宝
🇫🇷 héritages
🇪🇸 reliquias
🇹🇷 miras
🇰🇷 가보
🇸🇦 تراث عائلي
🇨🇿 rodinné dědictví
🇸🇰 rodinné dedičstvo
🇨🇳 传家宝
🇸🇮 družinske dediščine
🇮🇸 arfleifar
🇰🇿 отбасылық мұра
🇬🇪 მემკვიდრეობა
🇦🇿 ailə mirası
🇲🇽 reliquias
Etymology
The word 'heirloom' originated from the Middle English term 'erelome', which meant 'inherited property'. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer specifically to valuable items passed down within a family. Heirlooms have been treasured for their connection to the past and their ability to preserve family memories and traditions.