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Patrimony

A right or estate inherited from one's father; or, in a larger sense, from any ancestor.

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Endowment 76% connected

The act of bestowing a dower, fund, or permanent provision for support.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Heritage 76% connected

That which is inherited, or passes from heir to heir; inheritance.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Inheritance 76% connected

The act or state of inheriting; as, the inheritance of an estate; the inheritance of mental or physical qualities.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Patrimonial 74% connected

Of or pertaining to a patrimony; inherited from ancestors; as, a patrimonial estate.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Patrimonial 74% connected

Of or pertaining to a patrimony; inherited from ancestors; as, a patrimonial estate.

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Birthright 92% connected

Any right, privilege, or possession to which a person is entitled by birth, such as an estate descendible by law to an heir, or civil liberty under a…

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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