heritage-based
|her-i-tage-based|
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/ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ beɪst/
(heritage)
inherited legacy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'heritage' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'eritage,' where 'er-' meant 'heir' and '-age' was a suffix denoting a state or condition.
Historical Evolution
'eritage' transformed into the Middle English word 'heritage,' and eventually became the modern English word 'heritage.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'property that is or may be inherited,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'cultural or historical legacy.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
derived from or related to heritage.
The museum's collection is heritage-based, focusing on local history.
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Last updated: 2025/05/27 22:18