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patrimony / heritage
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/pɐtɾiˈmɔnju/pa·tri·mó·ni·o
Definition
1The total assets, rights, and economic obligations belonging to a person or entity. Also refers to the cultural, historical, or natural legacy of a people or nation.
Usage examples
“The company's net worth (patrimony) grew significantly last year.”
“The old town is considered a world heritage site by UNESCO.”
Common combinations
cultural heritagenet worthworld heritagefamily patrimony