Meaning of the word successor in English

What does successor mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

successor

US /səkˈses.ɚ/
UK /səkˈses.ər/
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Noun

a person or thing that succeeds another

Example:
The vice president is the natural successor to the president.
The new model is a worthy successor to its popular predecessor.