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birthright
noun
birth·right
ˈbərth-ˌrīt
: a right, privilege, or possession to which a person is entitled by birth
Examples of birthright in a Sentence
the freedom that is our birthright
believed that the house was her birthright
Recent Examples on the Web
Gun policy has shifted drastically in the United States over the last 50 years, from President Nixon's advocacy for a total ban on handguns to President Reagan's characterization of guns as an American birthright.
—Abc News, ABC News, 6 May 2024
According to his campaign, Trump wants to end birthright citizenship for the children of immigrants who lack legal status and limit these children’s access to passports and Social Security numbers.
—Benjamin Oreskes, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2024
Aquarius Unconventional style feels like the birthright of Aquarius’.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 4 Jan. 2024
Trump has pushed to end birthright citizenship since his time in the Oval Office.
—Morgan Fischer, The Arizona Republic, 4 Mar. 2024
This provides a direct contrast to Grothman’s claim and many GOP arguments that birthright citizenship wouldn’t apply to children of migrants.
—Sophia Voight, Journal Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2024
Always derive the natural fun and pleasure which is part of every saxophonist’s birthright.
—Jordan Castro, Harper's Magazine, 8 Jan. 2024
This issue is dedicated to the woman who understands the unique burdens of our birthright—but also acts as a balm for the troubles of this world.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 19 Dec. 2023
Combining Arabian folklore with modern themes, the film follows a kind-hearted jinn, portrayed by Baraa Alem, who goes on an epic journey to reclaim his birthright.
—Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Nov. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1535, in the meaning defined above
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Cite this Entry
“Birthright.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birthright. Accessed 24 May. 2024.
Kids Definition
birthright
noun
birth·right
-ˌrīt
: a right or possession that a person is entitled to by birth
More from Merriam-Webster on birthright
Nglish: Translation of birthright for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of birthright for Arabic Speakers
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