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   Her·it·age

   /ˈherədij/

   

   noun

   • 1. property that is or may be inherited; an inheritance: "they had stolen his grandfather's heritage" Similar inheritancebirthrightpatrimonylegacybequestendowmentestatebequeathaldevisehereditament
   • ▪ valued objects and qualities such as cultural traditions, unspoiled countryside, and historic buildings that have been passed down from previous generations: "a sense of history and heritage" Similar traditionhistorybackgroundculturecustomspast
   • ▪ denoting a traditional brand or product regarded as emblematic of fine craftsmanship: "heritage brands have found a growing cachet among younger customers"
   • ▪ (of a plant variety) not hybridized with another; old-fashioned: North American "heritage roses"
   • 2. a special or individual possession; an allotted portion: archaic "God's love remains your heritage"
   • 3. Christians, or the ancient Israelites, seen as God's chosen people. archaic

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French heritage, from heriter ‘inherit’ (see heritable).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryHERITAGE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   a person's racial, ethnic, religious, or cultural background: I am an American of Persian heritage. They are proud of their Jewish and Palestinian heritages. Historical and government records can help you trace your heritage. See also. dual heritage. mixed heritage. Fewer examples.

3. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › heritageHeritage - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Definitions of heritage. noun. that which is inherited; a title or property or estate that passes by law to the heir on the death of the owner. synonyms: inheritance. see more. noun. any attribute or immaterial possession that is inherited from ancestors. “the world's heritage of knowledge” synonyms: inheritance. see more. noun.

4. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionheritage noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   a person's ethnic or religious background; the countries, cultures, religious groups, etc. that a person's parents or ancestors come from. What's your heritage? Her heritage is Chinese and Vietnamese. She made a conscious attempt to explore her Jewish heritage. see also dual heritage. Extra Examples.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishHERITAGE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   2 days ago · heritage in American English. (ˈherɪtɪdʒ) noun. 1. something that comes or belongs to one by reason of birth; an inherited lot or portion. a heritage of poverty and suffering. a national heritage of honor, pride, and courage. 2. something reserved for one.

6. www.thefreedictionary.com › heritageHeritage - definition of heritage by The Free Dictionary

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   n. 1. something inherited at birth, such as personal characteristics, status, and possessions. 2. anything that has been transmitted from the past or handed down by tradition. 3. (Environmental Science)

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishHERITAGE | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   noun [ U ] uk / ˈherɪtɪdʒ / us. Add to word list. the buildings, paintings, customs, etc that are important in a culture or society because they have existed for a long time: our architectural / cultural heritage. (Definition of heritage from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Translations of heritage.

8. www.britannica.com › dictionary › heritageHeritage Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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   Britannica Dictionary definition of HERITAGE. [count] : the traditions, achievements, beliefs, etc., that are part of the history of a group or nation — usually singular. a nation with a rich heritage of folklore. His Polish heritage was very important to him.