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heirloomA valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: A valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɛrluːm/

Korean meaning: 대대로 내려오는 가보, 전래품

Korean pronunciation: **에어**룸

Example Sentences

  • Grandma's secret recipe was more valuable than any jewelry heirloom.
  • The family heirloom turned out to be a fake bought from a garage sale.
  • My great-great-grandmother's wedding ring is our most cherished heirloom.

heirloom

NOUN

//ˈɛrluːm//

A valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations

heirloom concept
💡 Concept

an elderly grandmother carefully opens an ornate wooden jewelry box and lifts out a delicate pearl necklace. She gently places the necklace around her young granddaughter's neck with trembling but loving hands. The little girl's eyes widen with wonder as she touches the lustrous pearls that have been worn by women in her family for decades. The grandmother's face shows deep emotion as she passes on this treasured possession that once belonged to her own mother and grandmother. Other family members watch from nearby chairs and sofas, smiling warmly at this meaningful tradition. a valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations being lovingly transferred to the next generation

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈɛrluːm/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈɛəluːm/

🌳Etymology

Rootheir
Suffix-loom

Origin

From Middle English, combining 'heir' (one who inherits) with 'loom' (originally meaning tool or utensil, not just weaving equipment). The word emerged in the 14th century to describe valuable items passed down through families.

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🎵Rhyme

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📝Examples

Grandma's secret recipe was more valuable than any jewelry heirloom.

😄 Fun example

The family heirloom turned out to be a fake bought from a garage sale.

My great-great-grandmother's wedding ring is our most cherished heirloom.

😄 Fun example

He accidentally sold the family heirloom at a yard sale for two dollars.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

inheritancelegacyheritagekeepsaketreasure

Antonyms

disposaldiscard

Related

ancestortraditiongenealogyantiqueartifact