Definitions

1. noun

A person who inherits property, especially land or a title.

“The new heritor of the old mansion was excited to restore it to its former glory.”

2. noun

A person who acquires property or a right by inheritance or purchase.

“The heritor of the company’s shares decided to sell them on the stock market.”

3. noun

A feudal tenant who holds land from a lord in exchange for military service or other obligations.

“In medieval times, the heritor was responsible for providing soldiers to the lord in times of war.”