heirloom
1 of 1noun/ˈɛrloʊm/
Forms:heirlooms
1
a cherished object, typically passed down through generations within a family, holding significant sentimental or historical value
- She proudly displayed the antique brooch, an heirloom passed down from her grandmother.
- The heirloom dining table had been in their family for over a century.
- He inherited an heirloom pocket watch that had belonged to his great-grandfather.
- The heirloom quilt was carefully preserved in a special display case.
- They gathered around the heirloom piano for family sing-alongs during holidays.
2
(law) any property that is considered by law or custom as inseparable from an inheritance is inherited with that inheritance