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heiress
noun heir·ess \ˈer-əs\
: a girl or woman who is an heir; especially : a girl or woman who inherits a large amount of money
Full Definition of HEIRESS
: a woman who is an heir especially to great wealth
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First Known Use of HEIRESS
1607
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heiress
noun heir·ess \ˈer-əs\
Definition of HEIRESS for Kids
: a girl or a woman who is an heir
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