heiress

Example:The princess is the heiress to the throne and will one day become the queen.

Definition:A woman who is expected to succeed to the position of monarch.

Example:The heiress's rights were protected by the court, ensuring her fair share of the inheritance.

Definition:The legal protections and interests of a female heir.

Example:In the absence of any male heirs, the heiress apparent was the only candidate to take the throne.

Definition:The female lineal relative nearest of degree of kindred to the throne who is entitled to it in case of the extinction of the line of male succession.

Example:The heiress presumptive was expected to eventually inherit the family estate.

Definition:A female who is next in line to inherit, but whose right is not yet fully established, as when there is some uncertainty about a male heir.