The Open Dictionary

hereditary peer

noun

UK/həˌred.ɪ.tᵊr.i ˈpɪəʳ/
US/həˌred.ɪ.tᵊr.i ˈpɪr/

Definitions of hereditary peer noun

  1. Countable

    A person who inherits a peerage, a high social rank, upon the death of a parent and is able to pass the title to their eldest child.

    • The hereditary peer spoke in Parliament to represent his family's interests.

    • Many believe hereditary peers should have reduced political influence in modern society.

    • The young hereditary peer will inherit his father’s title upon reaching adulthood.