Primogeniture

noun

Word Frequency: 0.3

Definitions

1.nounThe state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents.

2.nounThe principle that the eldest child has an exclusive right of inheritance.

3.nounAn instance of such a right of inheritance, established by custom or law.

The Daily Word NerdA new word, a puzzle, and a fun fact — free in your inbox every morning.

Free forever · unsubscribe anytime · all 14 newsletters

That email did not go through — please check it and try again.