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HEIR

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Heir.

How to pronounce heir:

US

Heir - as a noun

A person who is entitled by law or by the terms of a will to inherit the estate of another

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heritor10inheritor12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
receiver13recipient13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A person who inherits some title or office

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
successor13

Heir - as a verb

To inherit.

Example Sentences

"The prince is the heir to the throne."
"She is the sole heir to her father's fortune."
"The billionaire philanthropist has chosen his nephew as his heir."
"The young artist is considered the heir to Picasso's legacy."
"The eldest son is often seen as the natural heir in royal families."
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Word Game Points

Is HEIR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heir is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HEIR has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is HEIR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heir is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HEIR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is HEIR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, heir is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HEIR has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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