coheiress

noun

Definition of coheiressnext
as in coheir

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  1. heiress
  2. successor
  3. heir apparent
Noun
  • The Walmart heiress would bring deep pockets and a local flavor to the Vegas expansion process.
    — Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 20 July 2026
  • Isha’s bag was reportedly sourced from her mom’s own wardrobe, which is a signature move for the heiress.
    — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
Definition of heiress
Noun
  • There’s no indication, however, that Chavez or his successor, Nicolás Maduro, followed through.
    — Syra Ortiz-Blanes, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
  • Malcolm’s mother, Pamela, serves as successor trustee of the Warner Family Trust, which the actor set up in 1996, according to the filing.
    — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
Definition of successor
Noun
  • William and Kate Middleton welcomed George, heir apparent to the British throne, in 2013.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 14 July 2026
  • The Rossis want to take down their rivals, the Norths, by targeting their heir apparent, Drayden, who is also Gina’s new boss.
    — Joe Otterson, Variety, 7 July 2026
Definition of heir apparent
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