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Meaning
Noun
●
A
valued
possession
that has been
passed down
through the generations.
●
In Horticulture:
An
old
crop
variety
that has been
passed down
through
generations
of
farmers
by
seed
saving
and
cultivation
,
in contrast
to
modern
cultivars
used in
large-scale
agriculture.
Sourced from
Wiktionary
Origin
heirloom
English
heirlome
Middle English (1100-1500)
Sourced from
Etym
Related
Antique
Artefact
Ornament
Keepsake
Artifact
Urn
Amulet
Memento
Accessory
Gift
Orchid
Earring
Artisan
Ornamental
Treasure
Flower
Brooch
Apricot
Acorn
Alpaca
Edible
Item
Insignia
Insect
Icon
Altar
Pumpkin
Emblem
Embellishment
Artwork
Adornment
Engraving
Garden
Herb
Orchard
Eggplant
Treasures
Inspiration
Amaryllis
Symbol
Owl
Animal
Engagement Ring
Osage Orange
Altar Cloth
Apple Tree
Estate Sale
Piece Of Furniture
Piece Of Art
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