Meaning & Definition of word "Scion"

Scion

/ˈsaɪən/

1. A young shoot or twig of a plant, especially one cut for grafting or rooting.
- Example: The gardener selected a healthy scion to graft onto the mature tree.
2. A descendant, particularly a child or grandchild of a notable family.
- Example: As a scion of a wealthy family, she was accustomed to a life of privilege.
3. A person who is the offspring of a wealthy, powerful, or influential family.
- Example: He was often referred to as the scion of the legendary business dynasty.

●Middle English, from Old French 'scion', from Latin 'scionem', meaning 'a shoot or twig'.

scion of privilege:

A person who comes from a wealthy or influential family.

scion of wealth:

An heir or descendant with considerable wealth.

progenitor:

An ancestor or parent.

lineage:

Direct descent from an ancestor.

heritage:

Property or characteristics passed down from previous generations.

Meaning: A privileged child from a wealthy background.

● Example Sentence: He's such a scion, always getting privileged treatment.

Meaning: A young person of notable lineage.

● Example Sentence: The party was full of scions from the city's elite families.