as in gift
something that is or may be inherited
Her watch is a family heirloom.
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Recent Examples of heirloom
For us, the dream meal starts with their heirloom tomato gazpacho, a pitch-perfect pairing of sweet and tangy.
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Constance Ogle, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025
Here's how to get $20 off a 'full grain' handcrafted belt
To persuade customers that heirloom fashion is a better choice than disposable fashion, Clayton & Crume is offering an in-store and online deal during August.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 31 July 2025
There will be a private library space, suited for conversations with donors and family members who wish to view a family heirloom in private.
—Tim Speier, Twin Cities, 31 July 2025
Smoky mezcal cocktails swirl beside slow-roasted meats, heirloom corn tamales, and mole crafted with 25 ingredients.
—David Weiss, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
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Constance Ogle, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025
Here's how to get $20 off a 'full grain' handcrafted belt
To persuade customers that heirloom fashion is a better choice than disposable fashion, Clayton & Crume is offering an in-store and online deal during August.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 31 July 2025
There will be a private library space, suited for conversations with donors and family members who wish to view a family heirloom in private.
—Tim Speier, Twin Cities, 31 July 2025
Smoky mezcal cocktails swirl beside slow-roasted meats, heirloom corn tamales, and mole crafted with 25 ingredients.
—David Weiss, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heirloom
gift
Noun
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Each gift compounds, creating opportunities not just for today, but for years to come.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
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Completion can unlock tier upgrades or limited-edition gifts, deepening connection and prestige.—
Charisma Glassman,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Heirloom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heirloom. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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