noun

heritage

heritage, legacy, inheritance

The country has a rich cultural heritage.

The country has a rich cultural heritage.

It is important to preserve our natural heritage.

It is important to preserve our natural heritage.

((a/an/one's)) heritage something passed down from previous generations The country has a rich cultural heritage.

legacy, tradition, birthright

From Old French 'heritage', from 'heriter' (to inherit). Related to 'heir'.

Think of what an 'heir' receives – their 'heritage'.

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