Legal Definitions - inherit

Definition: To receive something from someone who has died, or to receive qualities or characteristics from your parents.

Example 1: When my grandfather passed away, I inherited his antique watch.

Example 2: I inherited my mother's curly hair and my father's blue eyes.

These examples illustrate how someone can receive something from a family member who has passed away (Example 1) or how someone can receive certain traits or characteristics from their parents (Example 2).