patrimonies

Meanings

• noun

  The wealth or property passed down from ancestors to descendants, especially that owned by a family or organization and used for its own benefit.

  - "The patrimonies of the royal family were vast and included numerous castles and estates."
  - "The church's patrimonies were used to fund its charitable works."

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Synonyms

heirloom

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Variants

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patrimonial , patrimonies , patrimony

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Etymology

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From Latin patrimonium, meaning 'heritage, inheritance'.

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Trivia

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1. The term patrimony comes from the Latin word patrimonium, which means 'heritage, inheritance'.

2. Patrimonies have been a source of inspiration for many artists and writers, including the famous novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo' by Alexandre Dumas.

3. In some countries, patrimonies are subject to inheritance taxes, which can significantly reduce the amount passed down to the next generation.

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Related Concepts

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1. inheritance: The act of passing property or wealth from one generation to the next.

2. legacy: The property or possessions left by someone, especially a deceased person, as a remembrance or memorial.

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Culture

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Patrimonies have significant cultural and historical importance in various societies, representing the accumulated wealth and legacy of generations. They have been the subject of literature, art, and music, symbolizing the continuity of family or organizational identity.

How to Memorize "patrimonies"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large chest filled with gold coins, jewels, and precious objects. This represents the patrimonies of a wealthy family.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word patrimonies with the concept of a family's wealth and heritage.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase: 'Patrimonies are the riches we inherit from our ancestors.'

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