Webster 1828 · headword: heir
View source image ↗One who succeeds or is entitled to succeed another in a possession or estate; one who inherits; in Scripture, one entitled to possess what is granted by promise or God's gracious provision.
KJV WORD
heirs
COMBINED MEANING
Meaning of heirs
Persons entitled or appointed to inherit; in Scripture, persons appointed to receive what is granted by descent, promise, righteousness, salvation, or grace.
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Root: heir
Receiving or being entitled to a possession, inheritance, estate, or promised benefit.
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- Receiving or being entitled to a possession, inheritance, estate, or promised benefit.
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