Heirlooms: meaning, definitions and examples

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heirlooms

 

[ ˈɛr.luːmz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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

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.

See also: heir, heiress, heirloom, heirs, heirship.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,597, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.