"service of an heir" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} service of an heir
  1. (Scots law) A proceeding before a jury to determine the heir of a deceased person. Categories (topical): Scots law
    Sense id: en-service_of_an_heir-en-noun-CKKqs3GS Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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