noun as in strong fondness

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heir, successor

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Example:The young prince served as the heir to his father's throne.

Definition:A person who is expected or legally entitled to inherit or succeed to a title, status, or property of another person or family.

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Example:After the chief retired, the chiefling was chosen as his successor.

Definition:A person who succeeds or is about to succeed to a position, role, or title.

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