heirs

[US]/[hɪəz]/

[UK]/[hɪrz]/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.People legally entitled to inherit property after someone dies.; A person from whom one receives something, especially property or a title.
n. (plural)The people who are expected to succeed to a position or responsibility.

Phrases & Collocations

future heirs

heir apparent

royal heirs

heirs inherit

heir's fortune

heirs presumptive

heirloom heirs

heirs to the throne

heir apparent's

heir's rights

Example Sentences

the royal heirs were carefully educated for their future roles.

she left a substantial fortune to her heirs.

the company's heirs apparent were vying for the ceo position.

heirs to the throne faced immense pressure and scrutiny.

the family heirs gathered to discuss the estate.

protecting the rights of heirs is a crucial legal matter.

the will outlined the distribution of assets to the heirs.

heirs to a vast empire faced complex challenges.

the legal process of identifying the heirs was lengthy.

future heirs must demonstrate leadership qualities.

the heirs were notified of the deceased's passing.

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