patrimony

• Substantiv, das das von den Vorfahren oder vom Vater ererbte Vermögen oder Erbe bezeichnet, oft als Recht von Geburt an; kann auch eine kirchliche Stiftung oder Schenkung meinen.

A noun referring to property or assets inherited from one's father or ancestors, often by right of birth, and can also refer to a church endowment.

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1. Church endowmentC1formal

   A property or fund belonging to a church or religious institution, often used for its maintenance or charitable work.

   Kirchenvermögen

   • The cathedral's patrimony includes several ancient manuscripts.
   • Donations were added to the church's patrimony over centuries.
   • The bishop managed the patrimony to support local parishes.

   Synonymeendowmentestatefund

2. Inheritance by birthrightC1formal

   Property or assets inherited from one's ancestors, especially through the right of the firstborn (primogeniture).

   Erbe durch Geburtsrecht

   • The eldest son inherited the family's patrimony, including the estate.
   • The castle was part of his patrimony, passed down for generations.
   • She fought to claim her patrimony after her father's death.

   Synonymebirthrightheritageinheritancelegacy