Definition of inherit

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  • inherit is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • inherit is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
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Definition of inherit

  • obtain from someone after their death (verb)

    Examples

    1. I inherited a castle from my French grandparents
  • receive by genetic transmission (verb)

    Examples

    1. I inherited my good eyesight from my mother
  • receive from a predecessor (verb)

    Examples

    1. The new chairman inherited many problems from the previous chair

See definition of inherit in Merriam Webster