Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heirloom
noun
/ˈɛrˌlum/
Definition
A valuable object that has been passed down through generations in a family.
Examples
- My grandmother left me a beautiful heirloom necklace.
- The old clock on the mantle is a treasured family heirloom.
- She decided to keep the heirloom furniture in the family for future generations.
Meaning
Heirlooms carry sentimental significance and are often associated with a family’s history.
Synonyms
- legacy
- inheritance
- antique
- treasure
