patrimony (Meaning)
patrimony (n)
a church endowment
an inheritance coming by right of birth (especially by primogeniture)
patrimony (n.)
A right or estate inherited from one's father; or, in a larger sense, from any ancestor.
Formerly, a church estate or endowment.
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patrimony Sentence Examples
- The historic building was a testament to its city's rich patrimony.
- Protecting our cultural patrimony is paramount for preserving our identity.
- The family's vast patrimony included a stately manor and sprawling vineyards.
- The government implemented strict laws to safeguard the nation's artistic patrimony.
- The natural wonders of the region constituted an invaluable patrimony to its inhabitants.
- The ancient ruins were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site to protect their cultural patrimony.
- The company's technological advancements extended its patrimony beyond its physical assets.
- The inheritance laws in the country ensured a fair distribution of familial patrimony.
- The university's library housed a vast patrimony of rare and valuable books.
- The indigenous community fiercely defended its ancestral patrimony from encroachment by outsiders.
FAQs About the word patrimony
a church endowment, an inheritance coming by right of birth (especially by primogeniture)A right or estate inherited from one's father; or, in a larger sense, f
inheritance, bequest,legacy, heritage, gift, present, heirloom, offering,birthright
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The historic building was a testament to its city's rich patrimony.
Protecting our cultural patrimony is paramount for preserving our identity.
The family's vast patrimony included a stately manor and sprawling vineyards.
The government implemented strict laws to safeguard the nation's artistic patrimony.
