heirloom
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/ˈerluːm/
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/ˈeəluːm/
An object that has been kept in a family for a long time and is passed down from one generation to the next because it is valuable or has special meaning.
The antique watch was a cherished heirloom in the family.
這個古董手錶是家族中珍愛的傳家寶。
Referring to plants that are varieties that were commonly grown in the past but are no longer grown as commercial crops.
Heirloom tomatoes are popular among gardeners for their unique flavors.
傳統番茄因其獨特的風味而在園藝愛好者中很受歡迎。