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heir presumptive

 

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Noun heir presumptive has 1 sense
  1. heir presumptive - a person who expects to inherit but whose right can be defeated by the birth of a nearer relative
    --1 is a kind of
    heir, inheritor, heritor
    Antonyms: heir apparent

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Term: Heir Presumptive

Description:

Heir presumptive refers to an individual who is expected to inherit a title or property if the current holder of that title or property has no direct heir of their own. This term is often used in the context of royal or noble successions, where the heir presumptive is next in line to inherit the throne or a particular title.

Sample Sentences:

  • Prince Edward is the heir presumptive to the throne, as he is next in line after his father, King Henry.
  • Lady Amelia is the heir presumptive to the estate, in case her uncle does not have any children.
  • The Duke's brother is the heir presumptive to his vast fortune, but he may choose to leave his wealth to charity instead.

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