| 释义 |
heir·loom
I. \ˈ ̷ ̷ˌlüm\ noun
Etymology: Middle English heirlome, from heir + lome implement, tool — more at loom
1. : a piece of property (as a deed or charter) that is viewed by law or special custom or will or settlement as an inseparable part of an inheritance and is so inherited with the inheritance
2. : something having special monetary or sentimental value or significance that is handed on either by or apart from formal inheritance from one generation to another
< the pin is a family heirloom >
< a spiritual heirloom that must, at all cost, be preserved intact — Edward Sapir >
II. noun
: a horticultural variety that has survived for several generations usually due to the efforts of private individuals
< a salad made with heirloom tomatoes >
< heirloom seeds > |