Meaning & use
patrimony
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Property, position, or heritage inherited from one's father or ancestors.
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The family estate had been part of their patrimony for six generations.
Cultural patrimony, like ancient artifacts, is often protected by national law from being sold abroad.
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Often used beyond literal property to describe a cultural or national heritage passed down through generations.
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