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to inherit
01
to receive money, property, etc. from someone who has passed away
Transitive: to inherit money or property
Example
After her grandmother 's passing, she inherited a beautiful antique necklace.
He was surprised to inherit a vast collection of rare books from his uncle.
The family home was inherited by the youngest son after the parents' death.
02
to receive traits or attributes from a previous generation through genetic inheritance
Transitive: to inherit a trait
Example
She inherited her father's blue eyes and her mother's curly hair.
The child inherited a predisposition to allergies from both sides of the family.
He inherited his grandfather's talent for playing the piano.
03
to receive or be left with a situation, object, or condition from a predecessor or former owner
Transitive: to inherit a situation or object from sb
Example
The new CEO inherited a company struggling with financial difficulties from her predecessor.
The new homeowners inherited a beautifully landscaped garden from the previous owners.
The team inherited a legacy of championship titles from the previous decade.
