单词 | spiritual heir |
释义 | > as lemmasspiritual heir 9. Considered in terms of character, nature, ideology, or outlook. Frequently modifying a noun denoting a kinship or similar relationship, esp. in spiritual heir. ΚΠ 1876 Academy 29 Apr. 409/3 In the progress of this great undertaking all the spiritual heirs of Hellas—that is, all educated people—are interested. 1936 Times Lit. Suppl. 21 Nov. 944/2 Louis XI..though he got much of his outlook on diplomacy from its modern practitioners, the Sforza..is the true spiritual child of Philip the Fair. 1948 Financial Times 24 Jan. 5/6 A closer material and spiritual link between Western European nations will serve to reinforce the efforts which our two countries have been making to lay the foundations of a firm peace. 2016 Daily Tel. (Nexis) 25 May (Sport section) He is the spiritual son of Johan Cruyff. < as lemmas |
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