heir apparent
An heir who is certain to inherit unless he or she dies first or is excluded by a valid will.¡ª Also termed apparent heir. Cf. heir presumptive. [Cases: Descent and Distribution 68. C.J.S. Descent and Distribution ¡ì 68.]
¡ª Also termed apparent heir. Cf. heir presumptive. [Cases: Descent and Distribution 68. C.J.S. Descent and Distribution ¡ì 68.]
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