Legacy is a term that refers to something that is passed down from one generation to the next. PATRIMONY (9 letters) is an INHERITANCE from one's father or ancestors, while HEIRLOOM (8 letters) is an item of sentimental value that is passed down through generations. BIRTHRIGHT (10 letters) is a right or privilege that is inherited from one's family, and DEVISE (6 letters) is a GIFT of property through a will. GIFT (4 letters) is a present given without expecting anything in return, while ESTATE (6 letters) is the total property owned by someone at the time of their death. HERITAGE (8 letters) is the traditions, achievements, beliefs, and values that are passed down from one generation to the next, and BEQUEST (7 letters) is a GIFT of personal property that is made through a will. ENDOWMENT (9 letters) is a donation of money or property to a person or organization, and INHERITANCE (11 letters) is the practice of passing on property, titles, or money from one generation to the next.