heirs of the body

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heirs of the body n. descendants of one's bloodline, such as children or grandchildren until such time as there are no direct descendants. If the bloodline runs out, the property will "revert" to the nearest relative traced back to the original owner. (See: heir, reversion)

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heir apparent
Heir at law
Heir in
Heir loom
Heir presumptive
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