Meaning Of The Word Ultimogeniture

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Ultimogeniture Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Ultimogeniture?

ultimogeniture in American English
inheritance or succession by the youngest son of the family
noun: a system of inheritance under which the estate of a deceased person is inherited by the youngest offspring; postremogeniture

ultimogeniture in British English
noun: a principle of inheritance whereby the youngest son succeeds to the estate of his ancestor

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