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heirs

The correct spelling is heirs.

How to pronounce heirs

noun

Say it like: Hay-rs

The correct spelling is heirs. Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
  2. 2.One who inherits, or has been designated to inherit, a hereditary title or office.
  3. 3.A successor in a role, representing continuity with the predecessor.

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