What is another word for handed-down?
Pronunciation: [hˈandɪddˈa͡ʊn] (IPA) 
Handed-down is an adjective that is often used to describe a tradition, belief, or object that has been passed down from generation to generation. When describing something that has been handed-down, there are several synonyms that can be used which include, inherited, handed-over, bequeathed, passed-on, and transmitted. Inherited implies that something has been passed down through family lineage, while handed-over indicates something has been given to someone else. Bequeathed suggests that something has been given in a will, while passed-on and transmitted has a broader meaning indicating that something has been given to someone else. These synonyms offer a variety of options to describe the process of passing down information or objects from one generation to the next.
