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pat·ri·mo·ny
 patrimony
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- pronunciation:
- pae
tr
mo
ni
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
patrimonies |
| definition 1: |
an estate inherited, usu. from one's father.
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| definition 2: |
any quality, condition, or the like that is inherited, esp. from one's father.
- similar words:
- legacy
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| related words: |
heritage, legacy |
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| derivation: |
patrimonial (adj.) |
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