as in gift
something that is or may be inherited
Her watch is a family heirloom.
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Recent Examples of heirloom
The fact that only 24 examples of the Torpedo exist—each with distinctive hull colors, fabrics, and leathers—explains the brand’s heirloom appeal.
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2025
There are also family heirlooms on display, such as a letterman sweater belonging to Wong's father— after whom, together with his mother Agnes, the restaurant is named.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
An heirloom in spirit, and in reality.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2025
With heirlooms top of mind, quality was taken seriously in a market where children’s collections often employ particleboard and polyester fabrics.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2025
There are also family heirlooms on display, such as a letterman sweater belonging to Wong's father— after whom, together with his mother Agnes, the restaurant is named.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
An heirloom in spirit, and in reality.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2025
With heirlooms top of mind, quality was taken seriously in a market where children’s collections often employ particleboard and polyester fabrics.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heirloom
gift
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From a gift of Elizabeth Taylor’s ring, bestowed on Allura, by her cheating younger husband, to $40 million worth of trinkets that Liberty helps salvage from her Upper East Side client wanting a divorce.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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For small businesses, simplicity wins—a clear offer like ‘buy one, gift one’ or a free consult lowers the barrier for first-time buyers and gives them a reason to pick you over a big-box store.—
Ashley Lutz,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Heirloom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heirloom. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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