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Uncommonheir
The correct spelling is heir.
How to pronounce heir
/ɛəɹ/
nounIPA: /ɛəɹ/
Say it like: Hay-r
The correct spelling is heir. Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
- 2.One who inherits, or has been designated to inherit, a hereditary title or office.
- 3.A successor in a role, representing continuity with the predecessor.
verb
- 1.To inherit.
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