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heirloom

[air-loom] / ˈɛərˌlum /


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He grows about 60 different crops, including herbs such as rosemary and thyme, heirloom tomatoes and cucumbers, and pick-your-own strawberries and flowers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Then came thick-cut, tableside-smoked bacon glazed with maple and peppercorn alongside a fig-topped heirloom tomato salad.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

Setting up consists of opening the old crystal cabinet, reaching for heirloom tablecloths, cutlery and special cups.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2025

The parcel held her wedding dress, which had also been worn by her mother, an heirloom sari from her grandmother and wedding photos, among other items.

From BBC • Oct. 13, 2025

I slice and slice, a basketful of strangely shaped heirloom tomatoes.

From "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart




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