Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
haeres
noun
/ˈhaɪərɪs/
Definition
A legal term used in Roman law to refer to an heir or a person who inherits from another.
Examples
- The haeres of the estate was determined by the terms of the will.
- As the direct descendant, she was the haeres of her late father’s fortune.
- In Roman law, the haeres must meet certain requirements to inherit.
Meaning
Haeres signifies someone who is entitled to the property or rights of a deceased person, often due to familial ties or the stipulations of a will.
Synonyms
- heir
- successor
- inheritor
