primogeniture
(pri-mo-gen-i-ture)
5 syllables
Definition
noun. 1 right of inheritance belongs exclusively to the eldest son; 2 the state or fact of being the firstborn of children of the same parents
Example Sentence
One's position in society was hereditary with primogeniture the general rule.
Synonyms
inheritance by eldest son; right of the eldest son; eldest son's birthright
Antonyms
inheritance by the youngest daughter
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