primogeniture

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The last time the U.K.’s law of succession was altered, to end male primogeniture, was in 2013 and it took nearly two years.

From The Wall Street Journal

The book’s title is a play on the phrase “heir and spare,” referring to Harry’s diminished status as the younger brother in a monarchy where succession is governed by primogeniture.

From New York Times

This is a place that values male strength and primogeniture.

From New York Times

For all of Anne’s responsibilities, a superannuated law on male royal primogeniture puts limits on her role.

From New York Times

Victoria privately believed that her eldest daughter would make a better ruler than her eldest son, Chernock said, but she never attempted to challenge male primogeniture publicly.

From New York Times