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Term: patrimony

Definition:

Noun: an inheritance from a father or other ancestor; heritage.

Noun: a permanent endowment or estate belonging to a church or other institution.

Noun: cultural and historical assets inherited from the past.

Examples:

Example 1 (Noun): The family's patrimony included a grand estate in the countryside.

Example 2 (Noun): The church used the patrimony to fund various charitable activities.

Example 3 (Noun): The country takes pride in preserving its patrimony, including ancient ruins and artifacts.

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