heritage
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/ˈherɪtɪdʒ/
The important history, traditions, and things from the past that a country or group keeps.
Protecting our national heritage helps us remember our history.
A person's family background, including where their ancestors came from and their culture.
Learning about her heritage helped her understand her family's traditions.
A traditional product, animal, or plant that is old, rare, and of good quality.
This heritage breed of chicken is known for its excellent eggs.