Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

primogeniture

noun

/ˌpraɪməʊdʒəˈnɪtʃər/

Definition

the condition of being the firstborn child, especially in relation to inheritance.

Examples

In many cultures, primogeniture was a standard practice for passing down land and titles.
The estate was divided among the children, but primogeniture meant that the eldest son received the majority.
Primogeniture can lead to significant disparities in wealth among siblings.

Meaning

Primogeniture refers to the right of the firstborn child to inherit the entirety of an estate or property, often excluding younger siblings from inheritance.