Handed Down

Synonyms of handed down

• transmitted
• passed down
• bequeathed

Antonyms of handed down

• acquired
• taken
• received

Collocations of handed down

inheritance

Frequency: 75 %

The family inheritance of the estate was handed down to the eldest son.

values

Frequency: 60 %

The cultural values of respect and honor were handed down to the younger generation.

stories

Frequency: 50 %

The folk stories of the region were handed down through oral tradition.

knowledge

Frequency: 45 %

The ancient knowledge of herbal remedies was handed down from the elders.

Idiomatic Expressions for handed down

• Phrase: handed down through the ages
  Meaning: to be passed on or transmitted through many centuries or a long period of time
  Usage: The ancient traditions were handed down through the ages.