coheir

/ˈkoʊhaɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, usually a child, who is entitled to an equal share of an inheritance with one or more others, typically siblings.

“The coheirs of the wealthy estate were in a dispute over the distribution of the assets.”

2. noun

A person who has an equal right or share in something.

“She is a coheir to the throne, with her cousin and her aunt.”

Synonyms

  • colegate
  • joint heir

Antonyms

  • legate
  • legatee