Meaning of the word inheritor in English

What does inheritor mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

inheritor

US /ɪnˈher.ɪ.t̬ɚ/
UK /ɪnˈher.ɪ.tər/

Noun

a person who inherits or is entitled to inherit property, rank, title, etc.

Example:
She was the sole inheritor of her grandmother's estate.
The young prince is the direct inheritor to the throne.